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Puerto Rican

Mofongo de Plátano Maduro

Mashed ripe plantains seasoned with garlic, pork, and broth, a traditional Puerto Rican side dish.

30 minutes4 servings
Mofongo de Plátano Maduro
Photo: Grabngocatering · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Peel and cut plantains into 1-inch pieces. Boil in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain and mash with a fork or masher. Add olive oil and mix well.
  3. In a pan, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add pork rinds and cook until crisp, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir cooked plantains into the pan. Add chicken broth and mix until combined. Cook 5 minutes to heat through.
  5. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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