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Mangu with Red Onions

Cultural Context

Mangu is a traditional Dominican dish made from mashed green plantains, often served for breakfast. It reflects the island's African heritage, where plantains are a staple ingredient. Topped with sautéed onions, it embodies the simplicity and heartiness of Dominican cuisine. Today, Mangu is enjoyed not just in the Dominican Republic but also by the Dominican diaspora around the world, often served with eggs, salami, or avocado for a complete meal.

DominicanDOmain
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 green plantains
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 red onion
4 oz salami

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

red onions

💰Cheaper: white onions

White onions are often less expensive than red.

1

Cut the plantains and remove the seeds from the middle.

2

Cut the onion into thin slices.

3

Add water to a pot and bring it to a boil, adding a pinch of salt.

4

Add the plantains to the boiling water and boil for 7 to 10 minutes.

5

In a pan, add a tablespoon of olive oil and heat for 1 to 2 minutes.

6

Add the sliced onions to the pan and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, adding a bit of salt and vinegar.

7

Once the plantains are done boiling, drain the water carefully, keeping a bit of the water in the pot.

8

Add a tablespoon of butter to the drained plantains and mash them together.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

potskilletmasherknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

MangúMashed Plantains with Onions

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