Dominican Breakfast Mangu [Tres Golpes]

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: yellow plantains

Zucchini offers a lower-carb option while yellow plantains are more accessible.

fried cheese

🥗Healthier: grilled cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Grilled cheese reduces fat while mozzarella is often less expensive.

salami

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: hot dogs

Turkey sausage is leaner, while hot dogs are a budget-friendly alternative.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

Peel and slice the green plantains into thick rounds.

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

Drain the plantains and return them to the pot.

Mash the plantains until smooth and creamy.

Fry slices of cheese in a skillet until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Fry salami slices in the same skillet until crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

Fry eggs in the skillet to your preferred doneness.

Serve the mangu topped with fried cheese, salami, and eggs.

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