Tostones

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet.
2. 2
   Place the plantains in the oil and fry on both sides, about 23 minutes per side.
3. 3
   Remove the plantains and transfer to a paper towel to drain.
4. 4
   Using a cup, mason jar or whatever else, flatten the plantains by pressing down.
5. 5
   Simple.
6. 6
   Return them to the hot oil and fry em up for about 1 minute on each side.
7. 7
   Dust with a good amount of salt.
8. 8
   Or serve with dipping sauce.