Tostones with Columbian Aji Hot Sauce Recipe

Name: Tostones with Columbian Aji Hot Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 green plantains; 1 cup vegetable oil, plus more if necessary; Salt; Aji Colombiano Hot Sauce, recipe follows; 1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions; 1/2 small Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and finely chopped or dry chili to taste; 1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 3/4 cup water; Salt

Servings: persons

2 green plantains
1 cup vegetable oil, plus more if necessary
Salt
Aji Colombiano Hot Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1/2 small Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and finely chopped or dry chili to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped yellow onion
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
3/4 cup water
Salt

1
Cut off the ends of the plantains and then carefully cut a slit down the length of the skin without cutting into the plantain itself.
2
Using a wooden spoon, pry up the edges of the peel and pull off the skin.
3
Once the peel is removed cut the plantain crosswise into 4 or 5 pieces, each about 1-inch long.
4
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, about 3 minutes.
5
Add the plantains and fry them until they turn golden on all sides, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
6
Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
7
Raise heat to high.
8
Place plantain pieces between 2 sheets of parchment paper.
9
Flatten the plantains by pressing down on them with a heavy-bottomed pan.
10
Return 1/2 of the flattened plantains to the oil and re-fry until deep golden on both sides, about 1 to 2 minutes.
11
Transfer back to the paper towel-lined plate to drain and repeat with the remaining flattened plantains.
12
Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.
13
Combine the cilantro, scallions, Scotch bonnet, onion, lime juice and water in a small glass bowl or jar with a tight fitting lid.
14
Season with salt, to taste.
15
Stir all the ingredients together.
16
Set the Aji aside for several hours to allow the flavors to blend.

549

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 green plantains, 1 cup vegetable oil, plus more if necessary, Salt, Aji Colombiano Hot Sauce, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Tostones with Columbian Aji Hot Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tostones with Columbian Aji Hot Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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