Why Tostones deserves more attention

Tostones rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The earthy and hearty complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using Mojo marinade correctly takes real skill.

paladares are privately owned Cuban restaurants that developed as an alternative to state food service. I encountered it first in a Cuban café abroad and that context helped me understand it properly. Cuba Libre is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Tostones is the dish to start with.