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How to make Dominican mangu (Mashed plaintains)

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Dominican Cravings

Cultural Context

Originating from the Dominican Republic, Mangu is a beloved breakfast dish made from mashed green plantains. Traditionally served with fried eggs, cheese, and salami, it embodies the comfort of Dominican home cooking. This dish is often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the rich flavors of the Caribbean. Today, Mangu has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in Latin American cuisine.

DominicanDOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 plátanos
agua
sal al gusto
aceite vegetal
1 cebolla roja
vinagre

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: yellow squash

Zucchini offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats and is often more versatile.

fried cheese

🥗Healthier: grilled halloumi

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Grilled halloumi maintains a similar texture with less fat.

sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage is lower in fat and calories.

1

Hervir agua en una olla.

2

Agregar sal al agua al gusto.

3

Pelar los plátanos, cortando los extremos para evitar manchas en las manos.

4

Si se desea, aplicar un poco de aceite en las manos para evitar manchas.

5

Cortar los plátanos en trozos, el tamaño puede variar según preferencia.

6

Agregar los plátanos cortados al agua hirviendo.

7

Dejar hervir los plátanos hasta que estén suaves.

8

Mientras los plátanos hierven, picar la cebolla en trozos finos.

9

Precalentar un sartén a fuego medio.

10

Agregar aceite vegetal al sartén.

11

Echar la cebolla picada en el sartén y cristalizarla, removiendo ocasionalmente.

12

Agregar una pizca de sal a la cebolla mientras se cocina.

13

Añadir vinagre a la cebolla y mezclar bien.

14

Continuar cocinando la cebolla hasta que esté bien cristalizada.

15

Retirar el agua de los plátanos, dejando un poco para mantener la humedad.

16

Machacar los plátanos con un tenedor o un machacador, ajustando la cantidad de agua según la textura deseada.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingfrying

Equipment Needed

ollasartén

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Dominican ManguMangu con Los Tres Golpes

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