Mofongo Dominicano (Mashed Plantains)

  • Prep 20 min
  • Total 60 min
  • Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 4 underripe plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
  • vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
  • 2 to 3 cups beef broth, warmed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired

Steps

  • 1
    Heat 1 inch oil in deep 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until oil starts to shimmer (about 350°F). Add plantain slices; cook until golden brown and tender. Remove from oil.
  • 2
    Flatten the plantains using the bottom of a flat-bottomed glass bottle or a tostonera, if you have one. Return flattened plantains to skillet; cook for 30 seconds on each side or until slightly crisp. Remove from skillet; place in large bowl. Cool slightly.
  • 3
    Place plaintains, garlic and 1 cup of the broth in food processor. Process until mixture has the consistency of chunky mashed potatoes, adding broth 1/4 cup at a time. Add salt and pepper; process until mixed.
  • 4
    Spoon into serving bowl; garnish with cilantro. Serve immediately.

  • To mellow garlic flavor, sauté in oil just until light golden brown before adding to plantain.
  • Use a handheld potato masher if you do not have a food processor.
  • The beef broth amount depends on the size of the bananas and the desired consistency of the recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
270
Calories from Fat
110
Total Fat
12g
19%
Saturated Fat
2g
10%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
1660mg
69%
Potassium
620mg
18%
Total Carbohydrate
37g
12%
Dietary Fiber
3g
11%
Sugars
7g
Protein
2g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
20%
20%
Vitamin C
10%
10%
Calcium
0%
0%
Iron
6%
6%
Exchanges:
1/2 Starch; 1 Fruit; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 2 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
2 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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