Fried Green Plantains (Patacones) With Guacamole Recipe

Directions

1. 1.

   Combine roma tomatoes and guacamole and set aside.

2. 2.

   Heat oil in a wok or Dutch oven until it registers 300°F on an instant read or deep-fry thermometer. Add plantains and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

3. 3.

   Line your cutting board with plastic wrap. Smash plantains under a plastic wrap-lined metal can or heavy skillet to roughly 1/8th to 1/4-inch thickness. Alternatively, use a tortilla or patacón press.

4. 4.

   Heat oil up to 350°F to 375°F and return plantains to pot. Cook, stirring and flipping occasionally until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-line plate and immediately season with salt. Serve plantains with guacamole immediately.