Crispy and Golden Air Fryer Tostones
Calories: 136kcal
This air fryer tostones recipe takes the traditional Colombian tostones and reinvents them into a crispy, healthy treat with green plantains. Try this recipe for air fryer tostones, inspired by Colombian cuisine:
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Equipment
- Paring knife
- Air Fryer Liners
- Tostonera
Ingredients
- 2 green plantains
- Regular table salt
- Flaky sea salt such as Maldon sea salt
- Cooking spray
- Pico de gallo optional
- Colombian aji hot sauce, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a few minutes.
- While the air fryer is preheating, prepare the plantains. Start by cutting off the ends of the plantains, then make a shallow cut along the length of each plantain, just enough to penetrate the skin.
- Peel the plantains by inserting your thumb into the cut and gently pulling the skin away from the flesh. Cut the peeled plantains into thick slices, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
- Line your air fryer basket with air fryer liners or parchment paper to prevent sticking. Lightly coat the liners with cooking spray.
- Arrange the plantain slices in a single layer in the lined air fryer basket. It's okay if they overlap slightly, but avoid overcrowding.
- Lightly spray the tops of the plantain slices with cooking spray and sprinkle them with regular table salt.
- Place the basket in the preheated air fryer and cook for about 10 minutes.
- After the initial 10 minutes of cooking, gently take out the plantain slices from the air fryer. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a paper towel. Then, cover them with another layer of parchment paper. Applying pressure on the tostones using a large casserole dish or a similar flat object. Press down firmly to flatten them, making them thinner, wider, and less defined in shape.
- Return the plantain slices to the air fryer basket using tongs or a fork. Lightly spray the other side with cooking spray and sprinkle with regular table salt.
- Return the basket to the air fryer and continue cooking for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the tostones are golden brown and crispy.
- Once the tostones are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- While the tostones are still hot, sprinkle them generously with flaky sea salt, such as Maldon sea salt. The contrast between the crispy texture and the flaky sea salt adds a delicious touch.
- Serve the tostones with your favorite pico de gallo and Colombian aji on the side for dipping. Enjoy them as a tasty snack or as a side dish to complement your meal.
Expert Notes
If you don't have an air fryer, you can also cook the tostones in a skillet with some oil until they are golden brown on both sides. Adjust the cooking time as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg