MOFONGO (PUERTO RICAN PLANTAIN BALLS)
Provided by Sergio Remolina
Categories Appetizer Side Bacon Deep-Fry Plantain Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel plantains and cut into one-inch slices.
- In a large saucepan or deep fryer, heat oil to 350 degrees. Add plantain slices in two batches and fry for 7 minutes, turning once, until light golden but not browned. Drain on paper towels.
- In a large mortar or big bowl, crush garlic cloves with pestle or the back of a spoon and sprinkle with salt. Add olive oil to the mixture and keep pounding until it's well incorporated. Transfer to a small bowl.
- In the same mortar or bowl, crush half of the fried plantain slices with half of the pork rinds, 1/2 slice of cooked bacon, and half the garlic aioli and pound or smash together. Add up to 1/2 cup chicken stock as needed, to make it moist.
- Spoon the mixture and shape into two-inch balls. Repeat with remaining ingredients and keep in warm oven until ready to serve. Top with more crushed chicharrón, or cilantro if you wish.
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genet
genet23@hotmail.frI can't wait to try this mofongo recipe. It looks so delicious.
MR TOOFAN
toofanmr@hotmail.comThis mofongo is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.
Shadz Troups
t.shadz@hotmail.comI'm so impressed with this mofongo recipe. It's so easy to follow and the results are amazing.
Marissa Withee
witheemarissa0@hotmail.comThis mofongo is a great way to introduce your friends and family to Puerto Rican cuisine.
Minhazul Abedin Nannu
m@yahoo.comI love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add any type of meat, seafood, or vegetables that you like.
Sayeed Afridi
a.sayeed@gmail.comThis mofongo is the perfect side dish for any occasion.
SC-YARD HUKA
huka_s12@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover plantains.
Chandar Mahato
mchandar57@yahoo.comThis recipe is a must-try for any fan of Puerto Rican cuisine.
Qaiser Ali
qaiser_ali@aol.comThis mofongo is so flavorful and delicious. I can't wait to make it again.
APEL Mahmud
mahmuda16@hotmail.comI love the crispy outside and fluffy inside of this mofongo. It's the perfect comfort food.
Jesnique Kivits
jk@aol.comThis is the best mofongo recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.
Jessica Lanier
lanier-jessica33@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of plantains, but this recipe changed my mind. The mofongo is so flavorful and satisfying, I can't get enough of it.
Badizai Vlogger
vlogger@aol.comThis mofongo is the perfect side dish for any Latin-inspired meal. I especially love it with ropa vieja and black beans.
M Going
m61@hotmail.co.ukI love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have plantains, garlic, and olive oil on hand, so I can make this dish anytime.
Uchiha Bro
bro_uchiha@hotmail.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's totally worth it. The mofongo is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, just like it should be.
Nuzhat haque Natasha
nuzhat-h30@yahoo.comI've tried many mofongo recipes, but this one is by far the best. The plantains are perfectly cooked and the seasonings are spot-on.
daydreams sleeps
sleeps.d14@yahoo.comThis mofongo recipe is a game-changer! The flavors are so authentic and delicious, it's like I'm transported to Puerto Rico with every bite.