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Mofongo Recipe (Authentic Puerto Rican Mashed Plantains)

Learn how to make the best Puerto Rican mofongo—mashed plantains, garlic, and crunchy pork in one irresistible dish. Simple, hearty, and full of flavor.

Why You Will Love This Mofongo

  • It’s authentic Puerto Rican comfort food.
  • Made with crispy fried plantains, garlic, and chicharrón for bold flavor.
  • Naturally gluten-free and can be made vegan or low-oil.
  • Quick, simple, and perfect as a side or main dish.
  • A great recipe to interlink with your Caribbean and Latin recipes.

⭐ Ingredients

  • 3 green plantains
  • 4–5 garlic cloves (crushed)
  • ½ cup chicharrón (fried pork rinds) or bacon bits
  • 3–4 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: chicken broth for moisture

⭐ How to Make Mofongo

1. Prepare the plantains

Peel the green plantains and cut them into thick slices.

2. Fry the plantains

Heat oil in a pan and fry the plantain slices until golden and soft. Remove and drain.

3. Mash the plantains

In a mortar, mash garlic, olive oil, and salt. Add fried plantains and mash until chunky.

4. Add chicharrón

Mix in chicharrón or bacon bits for classic Puerto Rican flavor.

5. Shape and serve

Shape the mofongo into a ball or serve loose in a bowl.
Add a splash of warm broth if it feels too dry.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve mofongo with:

  • Garlic shrimp (Camarones al Ajillo)
  • Roast chicken or pork
  • Cuban Mojo Chicken
  • Black beans
  • Beef stew or Dominican Sancocho
  • As a base topped with gravy or broth

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or festive meals.

❄️ Storage Tips

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 days.
  • Reheat: Warm in a pan with a splash of broth or oil.
  • Freezing: Not recommended — plantains change texture after freezing.

❓ FAQs

1. What type of plantains are best for mofongo?

Use green (unripe) plantains. They hold shape and mash perfectly.

2. Can I make mofongo without pork?

Yes! Replace chicharrón with crispy mushrooms, garlic chips, or vegan bacon.

3. Why is my mofongo dry?

Add a few tablespoons of chicken broth or more olive oil while mashing.

4. Is mofongo gluten-free?

Yes — it's naturally gluten-free.

5. Can I bake the plantains instead of frying?

Yes, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, then mash.

🔗 Similar Recipes :

  1. Cuban Black Beans Recipe
  2. Cuban Mojo Chicken Recipe
  3. Sancocho Recipe
  4. Ropa Vieja Recipe
  5. Peruvian Chicken Recipe

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