Crispy Baked Tostones
Ingredients
- 3 large unripe plantains
solid green
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil or other quality cooking oil
divided
- to tasteFlaky sea salt or kosher salt*
- Recommended dipping sauce: Aji Verde or Creamy Chipotle Sauce
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- 2
To prepare the plantains: Here’s a helpful video. Slice off both ends of each plantain. Use the tip of a paring knife to cut through the skin of a plantain from top to bottom, following the curve of the plantain as you go. You want to slice just deep enough to cut through the skin (less than ¼ inch deep)—you’ll get the feel of it as you go. Repeat twice more on the plantain so you have three evenly-spaced slits. Use your fingers or a spoon, angled downward, to pry off each section. Discard the skins and repeat for the remaining plantains. Slice the plantains into 1-inch thick rounds, then set aside.
- 3
On the prepared baking sheet, toss the sliced plantains with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Disperse them evenly across the pan, flat sides down. Bake for 15 minutes, then place the pan on a heat-safe surface.
- 4
Using the bottom of a glass liquid measuring cup (or mason jar or other sturdy glass), gently press straight down on one round to achieve about ¼-inch thickness. Repeat for each round.
- 5
Brush the tops of each round with oil, making sure to get into all the nooks and crannies. Flip them and brush the other sides (you may need to use just a bit more than 2 tablespoons oil here). Sprinkle the salt over the rounds.
- 6
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 14 to 17 minutes, until nicely golden and sizzling. Season with additional salt, to taste. Serve warm with dipping sauce, if desired.
Crispy Baked Tostones
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About this Recipe
Craving that irresistible crunch of golden tostones but want to skip the deep-fry mess? This foolproof recipe for Crispy Baked Tostones delivers all the savory, salty goodness you love, baked right in your oven.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe shines by transforming humble green plantains into perfectly crisp, craveable tostones without a single drop of hot oil for frying. The secret lies in a clever baking technique that coaxes out incredible texture, ensuring each piece is as satisfyingly crunchy as its fried counterpart, but with less fuss.
What to Expect
Prepare your taste buds for a delightful experience. You'll bite into incredibly crispy exteriors that give way to a tender, slightly starchy interior. These tostones are distinctly savory and salty, making them an ideal canvas for your favorite dipping sauces. The key to their unique flavor and texture lies in using unripe, solid green plantains, which provide the necessary starch and firmness to achieve that signature crispness.
Customization & Variations
While delicious on their own, tostones are fantastic vehicles for flavor. You can elevate them further by serving with a vibrant Aji Verde or a rich Creamy Chipotle Sauce for dipping. Feel free to experiment with the type of salt; flaky sea salt adds a lovely textural element, or use kosher salt for consistent seasoning. If avocado oil isn't on hand, any other quality cooking oil will work perfectly.
Serving & Context
Crispy Baked Tostones make a fantastic appetizer, snack, or a delightful side dish to complement your favorite meals. Serve them warm straight from the oven, perhaps arranged artfully on a platter with bowls of those recommended dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing presentation.