Mangú

Name: Mangú
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dominican
Ingredients: 4 green plantains, peeled, cut; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1 cup cold water; 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp white vinegar; 2 tbsp olive oil

A classic Dominican dish of smooth mashed green plantains topped with tangy pickled red onions cooked in olive oil.

40 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 green plantains, peeled, cut
1 tsp kosher salt
1 cup cold water
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp white vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1

Place 4 peeled, cut green plantains in a large pot and cover with water, adding half of the 1 tsp kosher salt.
2

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 20 minutes until fork-tender.
3

While plantains boil, toss 1 thinly sliced red onion with 2 tbsp white vinegar and remaining 1 tsp kosher salt in a small bowl.
4

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the onion mixture, and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
5

Drain plantains, reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid, and mash plantains with 2 tbsp cubed unsalted butter and 1 cup cold water until smooth.
6

Top mashed plantains with the sauteed onions and warm oil before serving.

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Questions

What is Mangú?

A classic Dominican dish of smooth mashed green plantains topped with tangy pickled red onions cooked in olive oil. This reference files it under Dominican breakfast: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 40 minutes start to finish.

How long does Mangú take?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (20 minutes): "Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 20 minutes until fork-tender."

Can I make Mangú dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Mangú is 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How many calories are in Mangú?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 280 calories, with 2 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Mangú?

Refrigerate what is left of Mangú within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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