Cuban stuffed tostones made with fried green plantain cups filled with tuna, ham and cheese, ropa vieja, and shrimp cocktail.

Stuffed Tostones: A True Gem of Cuban Cuisine

Discover how to prepare authentic Cuban stuffed tostones, irresistible green plantain cups that are crispy on the outside and deliciously filled inside. Perfect as an appetizer, starter, or for any celebration, this recipe transforms a simple ingredient into a flavorful and textured dish.

🥘 Ingredients

For the tostones

  • 2 large green plantains
  • Salted water for soaking
  • Salt to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Filling options

  • Option 1: Tuna salad with mayonnaise + olives
  • Option 2: Ground ham + Gouda cheese
  • Option 3: Ropa vieja + roasted bell pepper
  • Option 4: Shrimp cocktail + olives

 

 

👨‍🍳 Preparation

1. Preparing the plantain

Peel the green plantains and cut them into medium-sized pieces. Place them in water with a little salt while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

2. First frying

Heat a deep pot with oil over medium-low heat. Fry the plantain pieces slowly until they are lightly cooked inside and have a soft golden color.

3. Shaping the cups

While still warm, press the plantain pieces to form small cups. You can use a tostonera, a lemon squeezer, or any similar kitchen tool.

4. Second frying

Increase the oil temperature and fry again until they become crispy and reach a deeper golden color.

5. Filling and assembly

Fill the plantain cups with your chosen fillings and decorate according to each variation.

  • Tuna and shrimp: topped with an olive
  • Ham and cheese: lightly gratinated
  • Ropa vieja: topped with roasted pepper
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ℹ️ Additional information

  • Yield: 10 units
  • Total time: approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers and starters
  • Cuisine: Cuban

💡 Tips

  • Work with the plantains while they are still warm for easier shaping.
  • Control oil temperature during both frying stages for best texture.
  • Prepare fillings in advance before the second frying step.

📣 Final note

This recipe allows many variations depending on personal taste. You can adapt the fillings and create new versions for different occasions. If you enjoyed it, share it and continue exploring more Cuban recipes on the blog.

For the Spanish version, visit: Tostones Rellenos Cubanos: Un Bocado Crujiente que Conquista a Todos.