Caribbean Tostones

Step-by-step

1. Prepare a brine with the water, the mashed garlic and the salt in a bowl. Set aside.
2. Peel the plantains and cut them into thick slices about 3 cm.
3. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the slices 4 minutes over medium heat until tender but pale. Remove.
4. Flatten each slice with a tostonera or the bottom of a glass until flat.
5. Dip each tostones in the garlic brine for a few seconds and drain well.
6. Fry the tostones again 3 minutes until golden and crispy.
7. Drain on absorbent paper, salt to taste and serve hot.