Ingredients
– 3 large green plantains for the starchy base
– 2-3 garlic cloves for aromatic depth
– 150-200 grams pork such as bacon, chicharrón, or pork scraps for protein and fats
– 1 cup (240 ml) broth, commonly chicken or veal-based to moisten and enhance flavors
– 2-3 tablespoons olive oil or other fats for frying or roasting the plantains
– Salt to taste for balancing the overall flavor
– sofrito
– spices
– sautéed mushrooms
– fried tempeh
– roasted chickpeas
– vegetables
– avocado oil
Instructions
1- Peel and slice 3 large green plantains into 1-inch pieces. Prepare 2-3 garlic cloves by peeling and crushing them to release their aroma.
2- Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the plantain slices until golden and tender, which takes about 5-7 minutes, then drain excess oil.
3- In a pilón or mixing bowl, mash the fried plantains with the garlic, 150-200 grams of pork such as chicharrón, salt to taste, and fats. Gradually add 1 cup of chicken broth to achieve a creamy consistency that holds shape.
4- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, incorporating optional sofrito or spices for enhanced flavor profiles.
5- Shape the mixture into balls or mounds, then serve hot alongside meats, seafood, or broths.
Last Step:
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🍌 Choose plantains that are firm and green – yellow plantains will be too sweet and soft for traditional mofongo
🥘 A traditional wooden mortar (pilón) gives the best texture, but a heavy bowl and potato masher work well as alternatives
🌊 Make extra broth to serve alongside mofongo – the dense texture pairs perfectly with additional liquid for soaking
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying and Mashing
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
- Diet: Not vegetarian/vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mofongo ball
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg