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Mofongo

A traditional Caribbean dish made from fried green plantains mashed with garlic, olive oil, and crispy pork rinds.

35 minMediumServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 4 green plantains, peeled, sliced
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chicharrón pork rinds, crushed
  • 1/4 cup warm chicken broth

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Fry 4 peeled, sliced green plantains in batches for 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through but not browned.

  3. 3

    Drain the fried plantains on paper towels.

  4. 4

    In a wooden mortar, mash 6 minced garlic cloves with 1 tsp salt and 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil into a paste.

  5. 5

    Add the plantains, 1 cup crushed chicharrón pork rinds, and 1/4 cup warm chicken broth in batches while mashing until combined.

  6. 6

    Shape the mashed mixture into a firm dome and serve.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Mofongo?

As written, 35 minutes: 20 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (12 minutes): "Fry 4 peeled, sliced green plantains in batches for 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through but not browned."

Is Mofongo gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Mofongo is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How many calories are in Mofongo?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 420 calories, with 8 g protein, 58 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 520 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Mofongo?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Mofongo within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Mofongo?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the plantains drops from 4 to 2; doubled, it is 8. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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