Gut Friendly Ginger-Scallion Plantain Tostones
Crispy, golden, and loaded with bold flavor, these double-fried plantain rounds are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Green plantains are naturally starchy and gentle on digestion, making them a smart base for anyone focused on keeping their gut happy. Coconut oil gives each tostone a beautifully crisped edge without any of the inflammatory oils that can sneak into restaurant versions of this dish. The real star, though, is the ginger-scallion sauce — fresh ginger and turmeric bring serious anti-inflammatory credentials, while coconut aminos keep things soy-free and easy on the digestive system. A hit of lime juice brightens everything up and ties the whole bowl together. The double-fry method — par-frying, smashing, then frying again — is what creates that irresistible shatter on the outside while keeping the inside tender. Finish with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime, and you've got a crowd-pleasing dish that just happens to be as nourishing as it is delicious.
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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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