Patacones I

Description
Fried Green Plantain. 6-8 Servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 green plantains
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * oil

Directions

 * 1) Peel plantains and cut into ½ inch slices.
 * 2) Fry in hot oil until golden.
 * 3) Place on cutting board and smash the slices with a glass bottle or rolling pin.
 * 4) Sprinkle with salt and return to pan to fry again.
 * 5) Fry until crispy.
 * 6) Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
 * 7) ketchup is optional!