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What Are the Best Latin Side Dishes? Yuca, Tostones and Sweet Plantains
The best Latin side dishes are fried sweet plantains (maduros), crispy tostones, fried yuca, black beans and white or yellow rice. At La Granja, every platter comes with your choice of sides, so you can mix sweet, crispy and hearty on one plate.
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What Is the Difference Between Tostones and Sweet Plantains?
Both come from plantains. Sweet plantains (maduros) use ripe plantains fried until soft and caramelized. Tostones use green plantains, smashed and fried twice for a salty, crunchy bite. Sweet versus savory, and many people order both.
What Is Fried Yuca?
Yuca, also called cassava, is a starchy root used all over Latin America. Fried, it is crisp outside and fluffy inside, like a heartier french fry. Dip it in huancaina sauce and you will never go back.
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What Sides Can I Choose at La Granja?
White rice, yellow rice, black beans, french fries, fried bananas, fried yuca, tostones, corn, vegetables, sweet potato fries, garlic potatoes, guacamole and house salad.
What Is the Best Side Combo?
The classic is rice and black beans with a side of sweet plantains. For a crunchier plate, go tostones and yuca. Want it lighter? Vegetables and house salad. Pair them with grilled pork or rotisserie chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are maduros?
Maduros are ripe plantains fried until sweet, soft and caramelized.
What is the difference between tostones and plantains?
Tostones are green plantains smashed and fried twice for a crunchy, salty side. Sweet plantains are ripe plantains fried soft and sweet.
What sides does La Granja have?
La Granja sides include rice, black beans, fries, fried bananas, fried yuca, tostones, corn, vegetables, sweet potato fries, garlic potatoes, guacamole and house salad.
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