Plantain Tostones

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• 3 green plantains
• 4 cups water
• 2 cloves garli

1. Peel plantains and cut into diagonal slices 1-inch thick.
2. Add cloves garlic and salt to water included in A. Soak plantain slices for 15 minutes.
3. Drain well and deep-fry in fat, heated to 350°F., about 7 minutes.
4. Remove from pan and place on absorbent paper.
5. Fold the paper over slices and pound flat with the pa