How to Make Mofongo | How to make Puerto Rican Mofongo

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.

Cut and peel the plantains.

Add the plantains to a pot with oil, placing the pieces upright.

Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.

Flip the plantains and cook for another 10 minutes.

Remove the plantains from the pot.

Put a paper towel in a bowl and place each plantain inside to soak up the excess oil.

Add 1 spoon of butter, a hint of olive oil, and garlic to taste in a bowl with the plantains.

Mash the mixture together by pushing, twisting, and mixing.

Scoop out the mixture and shape it into a ball.

Serve the mofongo with a little shrimp and some mayonnaise.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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