Dominican Mangu | Mangu Series Ep. 2 | Dominican Recipes | Made To Order | Chef Zee Cooks

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: yellow squash

Zucchini offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and is often more versatile.

fried cheese

🥗Healthier: grilled halloumi

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Grilled halloumi maintains a similar texture with less fat.

sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in fat and calories.

Peel and slice the green plantains into chunks.

Boil the plantains in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the plantains and return them to the pot.

Mash the plantains with butter until smooth and creamy.

In a separate pan, sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add the sautéed mixture to the mashed plantains and mix well.

Fry the eggs in a skillet until cooked to your liking.

Prepare the fried cheese by frying until golden brown on both sides.

Serve the mangu topped with fried eggs, fried cheese, and sliced avocado.

Cooking Techniques

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