Tostones with Herbed Salt

• 2 green plantains (1 pound total)
• About 2 cups olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

1. Cut the plantains crosswise into 2 1/2-inch pieces.
2. Make a lengthwise cut in each and peel off the skin.
3. Cut the plantains on the diagonal into 1/2-inch slices.
4. Pour the oil to a depth of 1/2 inch in a heavy frying pan and heat to 325F.
5. Add the plantain slices and fry until soft, about 2 minutes per side, turning once.
6. Transfer the plantains with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
7. Mix the ingredients for the herb salt in a small mixing bowl.
8. Just before serving, heat the oil to 375F.
9. Using a tostone maker, tortilla press, meat pounder, or other heavy object, flatten each plantain slice until 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick.
10. The thinner the tostone, the crisper it will be.
11. Fry the tostones until crisp and golden brown, about 1 minute per side.
12. Drain on paper towels.
13. Sprinkle the tostones with the herbed salt and serve at once.

green plantains, olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/tostones-with-herbed-salt (may not work)