Authentic Puerto Rican Mofongo Recipe
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Description
Mofongo is a traditional Puerto Rican dish made from mashed plantains and a variety of other ingredients. This delicious meal often includes meat, seafood, or vegetables, and is typically served with a side of rice and beans.Prep Time
Preparation time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.Cook Time
Cooking time is approximately 30 minutes.Ingredients
- 4 green plantains
- 1/2 cup pork rinds
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound of your choice of meat, seafood or vegetables
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Equipment
- Large pot
- Deep frying pan
- Mortar and pestle
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the plantains.
- Cook the plantains for about 15 minutes or until they are soft.
- Drain the water and mash the plantains using a mortar and pestle until they are smooth.
- Add the pork rinds to the mashed plantains and mix well.
- In a deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the mashed plantains to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gradually add the chicken or vegetable broth to the pan, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add your choice of meat, seafood or vegetables to the pan and continue cooking until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe serves 4 people and can be easily doubled for a larger group. You can also adjust the seasoning to your liking and use your favorite protein or vegetables.Nutrition Info
- Calories: 573
- Total Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 74mg
- Sodium: 502mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 49g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 13g
- Protein: 19g
Recipe Tips
- For a healthier version of this recipe, you can bake the plantain instead of frying them.
- If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can use a food processor or blender to mash the plantains.
- You can also add some spices like cumin, paprika or chili powder to give the dish a little kick.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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