SMASHED GARLIC PLANTAINS - MOFONGO
This is a classic Puerto Rican dish that is also popular in Cuba (similar to the Dominican "mangu"). If you don't have a tostonera (two pieces of wood hinged together to flatten plantains) use a glass or a small plate to flatten the plantains. If you don't use bacon and stop at step 2 you have tostones which also a great side dish.
Provided by MarielC
Categories Puerto Rican
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix handful of salt into a bowl of cold water and soak plantain chunks. Place stock in saucepan over low heat to warm. Bring at least 1 inch of oil to about 350 F degrees in a deep skillet.
- Meanwhile, cook chicharrones or bacon until crisp; remove from heat and drain. Remove plantains from water, drain and dry them on towels, then deep fry the pieces (careful, they may spatter) until golden brown and tender. Remove from oil. Flatten the plantains using the bottom of a flat-bottomed glass bottle or a tostonera if you have one. Fry the plantains again for 30 seconds on each side until slightly crispy.
- While the plantains are still hot use a wooden mortar and pestle to mash them with the garlic and the chicharrones. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- You can also use a food processor - add the plantains to food processor with bacon, garlic and some salt and pepper. You may have to work in batches. Process to consistency of mashed - not whipped - potatoes. Do not over process!
- Place the mixture in soup bowls or wooden pilons, douse with broth, garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.3, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 789.9, Carbohydrate 57.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 26.9, Protein 5.2
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swag man
swagm85@yahoo.comI can't wait to try this mofongo recipe. It looks so delicious!
Abdulrahman Usman
usman@aol.comThis mofongo recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Sydney Sekgala
s-s98@aol.comI'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this mofongo recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and easy to make.
Thai Fight Nation
thai.f12@gmail.comI'm not a fan of plantains, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The mofongo was actually really good.
Helal Uddin
helal_u31@hotmail.frThis recipe is a bit too time-consuming for a weeknight meal. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
cupheadlover159
cupheadlover15910@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my mofongo didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected.
Adeel Sharif
a-s6@aol.comThis recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
MD DJ
m-dj@yahoo.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mofongo turned out a bit dry. I think I might have overcooked the plantains.
Dragonfly Hummingbirds
dh@aol.comThis recipe is a great way to introduce your kids to new flavors. My kids loved the mofongo and they even asked for seconds.
Kamogelo Kevin
k.kevin@hotmail.frI love the crispy texture of the plantains in this dish. It's a great contrast to the soft and fluffy interior.
Suman Rb
rb-suman@yahoo.comThis is the best mofongo recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Ali Mwenda
m23@yahoo.comI'm definitely making this again. It's a delicious and easy recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal.
danyil danyil
danyil_danyil47@gmail.comThis mofongo is a great side dish for any meal. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit.
lele girl
l@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of garlic, but I still enjoyed this dish. The plantains were so flavorful that the garlic didn't overpower them.
Heather England
heatherengland47@yahoo.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. It only requires a few ingredients and it's very easy to make.
angel skasick
askasick@yahoo.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover plantains. I had some that were starting to get too ripe, and this was the perfect way to use them up.
Esther Macharia
macharia.esther@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the mofongo turned out perfectly. The plantains were soft and fluffy on the inside, and the garlic added a delicious savory flavor.
Sayeed Shafi
s_sayeed@yahoo.comThis mofongo recipe is a game-changer! The smashed plantains and garlic create a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your taste buds.