Tostones con Pan
Tostones con Pan is a simple yet satisfying Caribbean snack or side dish, typically featuring slices of bread topped with twice-fried green plantains (tostones). It's a staple in many Latin American and Caribbean cuisines, often enjoyed as a quick bite or with meals.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from both the bread and plantains, with a moderate amount of fat from the frying process. A typical serving might provide around 250-350 calories, along with some potassium and vitamin C from the plantains.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 65 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 550 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2 mg |
| Folate | 35 mcg |
Per 1 sandwich (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a great example of how simple, affordable ingredients are transformed into a flavorful and filling dish. Nutritionally, green plantains offer resistant starch, which can be beneficial for gut health compared to more ripe plantains.
