Puerto Rican Mofongo
Mashed fried green plantains with garlic and pork cracklings.
No common allergens detected
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Instructions
- 1
Prepare plantains: Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick rounds.
- 2
Fry the plantains: Heat oil to 350°F and fry the plantain rounds for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden but not hard. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 3
Prepare garlic paste: In a wooden mortar (pilón), mash the garlic cloves with olive oil and a pinch of salt until it forms a paste.
- 4
Mash the plantains: Add the fried plantains to the mortar a few pieces at a time. Mash them firmly into the garlic paste.
- 5
Incorporate cracklings and broth: Mix in the pork cracklings and a splash of warm chicken broth to moisten the mixture. Form into a tight half-dome and serve warm.
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