Dominican Style mangú

green plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture with added nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats while maintaining flavor.

onion

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: shallots

Green onions add a milder flavor and are often more affordable.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: lime juice

Lemon juice provides acidity with a fresh taste.

Peel the green plantains and cut them into chunks.

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the plantain chunks.

Cook the plantains until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the plantains and return them to the pot.

Add butter, salt, and pepper to the plantains.

Mash the plantains until smooth and creamy.

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until soft.

Stir in vinegar and cook for an additional minute.

Serve the mashed plantains topped with the sautéed onion mixture.

Cooking Techniques

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