Puerto Rican Mofongo: A taste of the island in New Jersey | Bite Size

chicharrón

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: crispy tofu

Grilled chicken provides a leaner protein option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

pork broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter, and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Zucchini is lower in carbs, while potatoes are usually less expensive.

Mofongo is made from deep-fried plantains mashed with garlic and olive oil.

Chicharrón (pork cracklings) is added along with some kind of broth.

The mixture is mashed in a mortar and pestle (pilon).

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary