For best results, use very green, unripe plantains. They should be firm to the touch. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches to ensure even crisping. Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model. Tostones should be golden brown and crispy. Serve immediately for the best texture. They are traditionally enjoyed with a sprinkle of salt and your favorite dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Tostones
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS45
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with these crispy, golden Air Fryer Tostones. A lighter, healthier twist on a classic favorite, these twice-cooked plantains offer the perfect balance of savory and satisfying crunch.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate29 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium48 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat0 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (2 minutes)
02
StepSlice tips off the plantain. Make a vertical cut in the skin from end to end, making sure to cut only through the thick skin and not into the plantain flesh. Cut plantain, still with the peel, into 1-inch chunks. Peel the skin off each chunk starting at the slit you made. (10 minutes)
03
StepPlace the plantain chunks in your air fryer basket and spray them with olive oil spray. Air fry for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare a bowl of salted water. (10 minutes)
04
StepRemove the plantain pieces from the air fryer with tongs. Smash to about 1/2-inch thickness using a tostonera (plantain smasher). Soak the smashed tostones in the bowl of salted water while smashing the rest. (10 minutes)
05
StepRemove the tostones from the salted water and pat dry with a paper towel. (5 minutes)
06
StepReturn tostones to the air fryer in batches, filling the basket with a single layer each time. Spray the tops with olive oil spray and season with salt; air fry for 5 minutes. Flip with tongs and spray the other side with olive oil spray. Season with salt. Air fry until golden brown and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes more. (15 minutes)
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Sylvan Ullrich
Jun 21, 2025The instructions were clear and concise. Great recipe!
Kathleen Macejkovic
Jun 12, 2025This recipe is so easy to follow! I'll definitely be making these again.
Casper Bernier
Apr 30, 2025The timings were spot on, and they came out perfectly crispy.
Wilfrid Wehner
Apr 20, 2025The salted water bath is key! It really adds to the flavor.
Lillie Lowe
Apr 9, 2025These are a great snack or side dish. Everyone enjoyed them!
Leonard Auer
Mar 17, 2025I was skeptical, but these are just as good as the fried version!
Jayden Mullercormier
Mar 3, 2025I added a little garlic powder, and it was amazing!
Jamarcus Senger
Mar 1, 2025These came out perfectly! So much easier and healthier than frying them in oil.
Geo Harber
Jan 27, 2025My family loved these! The air fryer makes them so crispy.
Gennaro Effertz
Jan 19, 2025Thank you for sharing this healthier alternative!