How To Make Mofongo | Delicious Mofongo Recipe |Dominican Republic

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.

Peel and slice the plantains into thick rounds.

Heat the canola oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the plantain slices until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the plantains and drain on paper towels.

In a mortar and pestle, mash the garlic with a pinch of salt until smooth.

Add the fried plantains to the mortar and mash together with the garlic.

Incorporate a drizzle of olive oil while mashing.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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