Tostones Caribeños

• 1 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
• 3 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
• Salt to taste

• GARLIC SAUCE

• 1/4 cup Crisco® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 3 to 4 tsps. minced garlic
• Salt to taste

1. HEAT oil in large skillet over medium heat. Fry plantain slices until fork tender, 3-5 minutes. Remove from oil; drain on paper towels.
2. FLATTEN using a tostonera (plantain press) or insert between a folded paper bag and press down with saucer until 1/2-inch thick. Fry again until crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from oil; drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt.
3. MIX olive oil, garlic and salt in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH 30 to 45 seconds. Serve tostones with garlic sauce.