Making tostones is easy…..

Slice the peeled plantains diagonally into 1" slices

Fry the slices over medium heat until they soften

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels

Using a tostonera (a press), slightly mash each piece to about half an inch in thickness. If a tostonera is not available insert the pieces between a folded piece of brown-paper sack and press down using a saucer

It is best to press all the pieces first before going on the next step

Dip each piece in warm salted water and fry again until crispy

Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels

Salt them