Tostones With White BBQ Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   For the sauce: Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl, making sure to completely dissolve sugar.

2. 2

   For the tostones: Fill a cast iron skillet or dutch oven with about ¼" of oil and heat on medium high until the temperature reaches 325°F.

3. 3

   Fry the plantains in batches, cut side down, making sure not to crowd the pan, then flip, about 2 ½ minutes per side,

4. 4

   Remove plantains and place on a paper towel to drain. Turn your burner down to keep the oil hot but not burning. Try to maintain the 325°F.

5. 5

   Using the bottom of a glass, gently press down and flatten each plantain piece to ½" thick,

6. 6

   Transfer your mashed plantains back into the fry oil and fry again for 45 seconds per side.

7. 7

   Place your finished plantains on a paper towel to soak up excess oil and immediately sprinkle with kosher salt.

8. 8

   Serve.

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