How To Make Air Fryer Tostones | Air Fryer Recipes | Chef Zee Cooks

Transform ordinary green plantains into crispy, golden delights with this air fryer tostones recipe. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, these Latin American/Caribbean bites are simple to make, healthier than traditional frying, and packed with flavor. Follow these steps to achieve the ideal texture without the risk of your tostones becoming dry or rubbery.

Ingredients

🍌 2-3 Green Plantains firm and green with some dark spots
🛢️ 2-3 tablespoons Canola Oil generous drizzle per stage
🧂 Salt optional, to taste

Instructions

1- Prepare Plantains:

• Start by cutting off both ends of the plantains. Use a paring knife to gently slice the skin lengthwise, avoiding cutting too deep into the plantain.
• Peel the skin using your hands and clean off any remaining skin with the knife.

2- Slice Plantains:

• Cut the peeled plantains into roughly 1-inch thick slices.
• Place them in a mixing bowl.

3- First Oil Coating:

• Drizzle the plantain slices generously with canola oil.
• Use the spatula to evenly coat all slices with oil.

4- First Air Fry:

• Preheat the air fryer to 320°F.
• Place the oil-coated plantain slices into the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes.

5- Smash Tostones:

• After the first air fry, remove the plantains from the air fryer.
• Use a tostonera or the bottom of a copper cup to smash each slice flat. Transfer the smashed tostones to a clean bowl.

6- Second Oil Coating:

• Drizzle the smashed tostones with more canola oil, ensuring each piece is well-coated.

7- Second Air Fry:

• Return the oil-coated tostones to the air fryer. It's okay if they slightly overlap.
• Air fry them at 320°F for an additional 5 minutes or longer for extra crispiness.

8- Serve:

• Once crispy and golden, remove the tostones from the air fryer and sprinkle with a bit of salt if desired.
• Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3-4 depending on the number of plantains
Equipment:

• 🌬️ Ninja XL Grill & Air Fryer or a similar air fryer model
• 🔥 Tostonera for smashing plantains; use a cup with a flat bottom as an alternative
• 🔪 Paring Knife
• 🪵 Cutting Board
• 🥣 Mixing Bowls 2-3 clear glass bowls
• 🥄 Red Silicone Spatula with Wooden Handle
• 🔗 Red Silicone-Tipped Tongs
• 🫖 Copper Moscow Mule Mug used as shown in the video for smashing

Cooking Tips

• Two-Stage Air Frying: Essential for maintaining moisture while achieving crispiness.
• Generous Oiling: Prevents drying and assists in achieving a golden finish.
• Peeling with Care: Prevents slicing into the plantain flesh.
• Smashing Alternative: A cup with a flat bottom works well if a tostonera is unavailable.

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Air Fryer Tostones