Crispy Air Fryer Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)
These Air Fryer Tostones are crispy, golden, and just as delicious as traditional fried green plantains—without all the oil! This quick and easy method gives you perfectly crunchy tostones every time.
Servings: 4 portions
Calories: 495kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 390 degrees F.
- Meanwhile, peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- Place the plantains in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and toss well to coat. Add them in a single layer to the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes turning them halfway through, or until tender.
- Remove the plantains from the basket. Press the plantains into ¼-inch thick discs using a tostonera.
- Brush the plantains with the remaining oil.
- Working in batches as needed, return the plantains to the basket and air fry at 390 degrees F for about 8 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and serve as desired.
Notes
- Use super green plantains – The greener, the better! Ripe plantains will be too sweet and soft for tostones.
- Don’t skip the double-fry method – This is key for that crispy, restaurant-style texture.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer – Give the plantains space to crisp up properly.
Nutrition
Calories: 495kcal | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 41g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.3mg