Gelatin Free Ginger-Scallion Plantain Tostones
These crispy double-fried plantain rounds are the kind of snack that disappears before you can even set the platter down. The two-fry method — first to soften, then to crisp after smashing — gives each tostone those irresistible shatter-edged, golden sides that no oven bake can replicate. Coconut oil does the heavy lifting in the pan, lending a subtle richness without overpowering the plantain's natural starchy sweetness. The real star, though, is the ginger-scallion sauce: bright lime juice, coconut aminos, and a whisper of turmeric come together into something punchy, savory, and a little electric. Everything here is built from whole, straightforward ingredients — fresh ginger, scallions, citrus — so there's nothing hidden to second-guess, which is a genuine relief when you're navigating recipes that often sneak in unexpected additives. A scatter of cilantro and a squeeze of lime at the end keeps it fresh and lively. This one works equally well as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a bold side dish alongside whatever else is on the table.
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4 servings
For the tostones
- 2 large green plantains
- ½ cup coconut oil
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For the ginger-scallion sauce
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (green and white parts)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the scallions, grated ginger, coconut aminos, lime juice, olive oil, and turmeric. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld while you fry the plantains.
- 2
Melt the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and fluid, about 2 minutes. Working in batches to avoid crowding, add the plantain rounds in a single layer and fry for 3–4 minutes per side, until pale golden and just tender when pierced with a fork. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
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