How to Make Mofongo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mofongo is a traditional Puerto Rican dish that is both delicious and satisfying. This hearty dish is made with fried green plantains that are mashed with garlic, pork cracklings, and olive oil, creating a flavorful and comforting meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Mofongo has a rich history that dates back to the African slaves who worked on the island's sugar plantations. They would mash the plantains and mix them with whatever ingredients they had on hand to create a filling an...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups canola oil for frying
  • 3 cloves garlic, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ⅛ cup crushed fried pork skins
  • 2 green plantains, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Heat canola oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mash the garlic with the olive oil in a mortar and pestle. Combine garlic mixture with the pork rinds in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Fry the plantain chunks until golden and crispy, but not brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer the fried plantains into the bowl with the garlic mixture. Toss to coat. Mash the coated plantains with the mortar and pestle until smooth. Season with salt. Roll the plantain mixture into two large balls or several small balls before serving.
  • Nutrition

    726 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 187mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 919mg