Mofongo
Serves: 2
Jonathan Flatley
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
47
Spice
53
Sweetness
53
Sourness
40
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.8
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
Heat canola oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
2
Mash the garlic with the olive oil in a mortar and pestle
3
Combine garlic mixture with the pork rinds in a large bowl; set aside
4
Fry the plantain chunks until golden and crispy, but not brown, about 15 minutes
5
Transfer the fried plantains into the bowl with the garlic mixture
6
Toss to coat
7
Mash the coated plantains with the mortar and pestle until smooth
8
Season with salt
9
Roll the plantain mixture into two large balls or several small balls before serving