How to make Mofongo - Erika Solorzano

chicharrón

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork rinds

Tofu provides a plant-based option while pork rinds are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

Peel the plantains and cut them into round shapes.

Fry the plantain rounds in a big saucepan with oil at 350° until golden.

Remove the plantains and drain them.

In a wooden mortar (pilón), add some olive oil, garlic, salt, cilantro, and chicharrón.

Add the fried plantains to the mortar, mash, and mix all ingredients together.

The mofongo is ready to serve.

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