Mustard Free Ginger-Scallion Plantain Tostones
Crispy, golden, and loaded with bold flavor, these double-fried plantain rounds are the kind of snack that disappears fast. The classic tostone technique — fry, smash, fry again — gives you that irresistible shatter on the outside while keeping the inside soft and starchy. What really sets this recipe apart is the bright ginger-scallion sauce spooned over the top: coconut aminos bring a savory depth, fresh lime juice adds zing, and a pinch of turmeric gives the whole thing a warm, golden glow. Every single component is naturally free from mustard and mustard derivatives, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. Coconut oil does the frying work here, lending a subtle richness that plays beautifully against the sharp, herby sauce. A scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime at the end keeps things lively and fresh. Whether you're serving these as an appetizer, a side, or an honest-to-goodness snack straight off the platter, they're the kind of dish that makes people ask for the recipe immediately.
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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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