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mofongo-recipe

Mofongo Recipe

A traditional Puerto Rican dish made from fried green plantains, garlic, and chicharrón.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Green Plantains peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Chicharrón crushed
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil for frying
  • to taste Salt

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. 2. Fry the plantain slices until golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. 3. In a mortar and pestle, mash the garlic and salt together.
  4. 4. Add the fried plantains and chicharrón to the mortar and mash until well combined.
  5. 5. Shape the mixture into small balls or serve as a mound. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Mofongo, Plantains, Puerto Rican
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