Puerto Rican Plantain Tostones

Description
A simple appetizer or snack. Very tasty.

Ingredients

 * 3 large very green plantains
 * 3 teaspoons crushed fresh garlic
 * 4 teaspoons salt
 * 4 cups water
 * 1/2 cup olive oil or canola oil

Directions

 * Peel plantains and slice into 1 inch thick sections.
 * Place water, salt and garlic in a large baking pan.
 * Soak the plantain slices in the garlic mixture for 20 minutes.
 * Pour oil in a pan set at 365 degrees.
 * Fry plantains until they are golden brown on all sides.
 * Flatten each plantain between sheets of wax paper with a plate or the palm of your hand.
 * Dip flattened plantains into garlic mixture and place on a paper towl.
 * Place plantains into the oil once again and fry until crispy and golden brown.
 * Sprinkle with salt to taste.
 * Serve promptly after frying for best taste.