Vegan Tostones Nachos from Noche Restaurant in Milwaukee. This is another restaurant recreation.
Our guest chef for “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders” is Tonya Anderson. Tonya is a Regional Vice President with Success Training Institute, the largest soft skills training platform in the world. She is the former President of the Avon, OH chapter of Business Network International (BNI) which is one of the largest referral organizations in the world. She focuses on creating solutions for the highly functioning special needs community and the elderly.
Vegan Tostones Nachos
Together we make a dish from Noche Restaurant in Milwaukee. Tonya helped turn this recipe vegan. Here is the description from Noche’s menu – NACHOS TOSTONES – fried Tostones, beef or chicken, tomato, cilantro, shredded cheese, house sauce, aji sauce, guacamole. (GF) (VE) Dominican Republic.
Vegan Tostones Nachos
We are making Vegan Tostones Nachos using fried plantains instead of tortilla chips. Top with ground vegan protein picadillo, lots of cheese and avocado, and other ingredients.
Whether you call them Tostones nachos, Nachos de Tostones, or even Tostonachos. You can use whatever toppings you like, it is very flexible and you can make it your own.
Tostones are a Latin snack usually that is a side dish or an appetizer. Tostones are made with green plantains (the greener the better). And we are using them for our Vegan Tostones Nachos.
They are also called patacones in Latin American countries like Colombia, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela. They are also in Haiti, where they are called banana pese.
Toppings for Vegan Tostones Nachos
These Vegan Tostones Nachos are loaded with black beans, vegan protein, jalapeños, chopped tomatoes, avocados, and other ingredients. I add cheese to mine, which would not be vegan. It’s just a different way to enjoy nachos, using Tostones.
How to Make Tostones
Tostones are green plantains that have been fried twice. Here is how you make delicious Totstones:
- Heat a large skillet with an inch of canola oil until hot (at 375).
- While the oil is heating up, peel the green plantains and then cut them into 1.5-inch coins.
- Plantains can be difficult to peel and takes a little practice and patience to master the technique.
- Fry the plantains for about 3 minutes or until they are a light golden color and semi-soft.
- Remove the plantains and drain on a paper towel.
- Keep the oil heated.
- When plantains are cool enough to handle, smash them into flat rounds with a round glass and press down.
- Fry the plantains for a second time in the hot oil for about 3 minutes.
- They will turn crisp and golden brown.
- Remove the Tostones and drain on a paper towel.
- Add salt to taste.
These Vegan Tostones Nachos are a flavor explosion that combines the savory crunch of Tostones with the creaminess of vegan cheese, the freshness of vegetables, and the richness of black beans. It’s a winning combination that’s perfect for snacking or even as a party appetizer.
Conclusion: If you’re looking for a vegan snack that’s both indulgent and healthy, these Vegan Tostones Nachos are a must-try. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just looking to add more plant-based options to your diet, these nachos are a crowd-pleaser that will leave you craving for more. Try out this recipe and share your love for vegan cuisine with your friends and family today.
Equipment
- Heavy bottom fying pan
Ingredients
Tostones Nachos Ingredients
- 1 batch Tostones see recipe below – Use 3-4 Green Plantain
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1 lb Ground beef or vegan protein substitute – see below
- 2 cups shredded cheese Taco/Mexican blend or Queso fresco
- 1 can Black beans warmed
- ½ cup Pickled Jalapeno
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 cup Lettuce Chopped
- 4 tbsp Cilantro Chopped
- 1 Tomato Chopped & seeded
- 3 Green onions chopped
Vegan Protein filling
- 1 cup walnuts unsalted
- 2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 tsp tamari
- ¼ tsp ancho chili
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp coriander
- 1 tsp cumin
- Pinch Salt
Instructions
Tostones-Fried Plantains twice fried
- Heat a large skillet with an inch of canola until hot (at 375).
- While the oil is heating up, peel the green plantains and then cut them into 1.5-inch coins.
- Green Plantains can be difficult to peel and takes a little practice and patience to master the technique.
- Fry the plantains for about 3 minutes or until they are a light golden color and semi-soft.
- Remove the plantains and drain on a paper towel.
- Keep the oil heated.
- When plantains are cool enough to handle, smash them into flat rounds with a round glass and press down).
- Fry the plantains for a second time in the hot oil for about 3 minutes.
- They will turn crisp and golden brown.
- Remove the Tostones and drain on a paper towel.
- Add salt to taste.
Vegan Protein filling Instructions
- To make the walnut meat, process the walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, tamari, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, coriander, cumin, and salt in a food processor until crumbled into small pieces.
- Scrape down the sides, if necessary, as you process.
- The mixture should be sticky and crumbly on the fingers. Don't over-process.
Assembling the Nachos
- Place warm tostones on a large plate
- Top with cooked vegan protein warmed black beans and pickled jalapenos
- Top with avocado, lettuce, cilantro, tomato, and gr,een onion, and serve immediately.
- Non Vegans can add cheese on top
- Serve with Sriracha dipping sauce or similar sauce
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A fun take on Nachos, we recreate a recipe from Noche in Milwaukee, Tostones Nachos
This looks like a great recipe. A brilliant way to use tostones. I wish making them wasn’t such a pain in the butt.
Looks good. 🙂