Sesame Free Ginger-Scallion Green Plantain Tostones

Tostones are one of those snacks that hit every texture note — shatteringly crisp on the outside, starchy and tender within — and this version layers on bold flavor with freshly grated ginger and sliced scallion greens pressed right into the hot surface. The double-fry method in coconut oil is what gives these their signature crunch, and the technique is straightforward enough for a weeknight but impressive enough to put out for guests. The dipping sauce is a bright, punchy mix of apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, honey, and more fresh ginger that cuts through the richness of the fried plantain beautifully. Every single component here is naturally free of sesame — no tahini, no sesame oil, no hidden seeds lurking in a store-bought sauce — so you can dig in without scanning labels or second-guessing anything. Coconut aminos do a lot of the heavy lifting in that dip, delivering a savory, slightly sweet depth that pairs surprisingly well with the ginger-forward topping. Finish with a scatter of fresh cilantro if you have it on hand, and serve immediately while the edges are still crackling.

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