Ingredients
Scale
- 4 green plantains, peeled
- 4 cloves garlic
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup pork cracklings (chicharrones)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the green plantains into thick rounds.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the plantain slices until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a mortar and pestle, mash the fried plantains along with garlic, pork cracklings, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add chicken broth until a smooth consistency is reached.
- Shape the mixture into a mound or bowl.
- Drizzle with garlic sauce before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Use firm green plantains for best results and fry in batches for crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Puerto Rican Mofongo, mashed plantains, comfort food, gluten-free recipes