MOFONGO (PUERTO RICAN PLANTAIN BALLS)
Provided by Sergio Remolina
Categories Appetizer Side Bacon Deep-Fry Plantain Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel plantains and cut into one-inch slices.
- In a large saucepan or deep fryer, heat oil to 350 degrees. Add plantain slices in two batches and fry for 7 minutes, turning once, until light golden but not browned. Drain on paper towels.
- In a large mortar or big bowl, crush garlic cloves with pestle or the back of a spoon and sprinkle with salt. Add olive oil to the mixture and keep pounding until it's well incorporated. Transfer to a small bowl.
- In the same mortar or bowl, crush half of the fried plantain slices with half of the pork rinds, 1/2 slice of cooked bacon, and half the garlic aioli and pound or smash together. Add up to 1/2 cup chicken stock as needed, to make it moist.
- Spoon the mixture and shape into two-inch balls. Repeat with remaining ingredients and keep in warm oven until ready to serve. Top with more crushed chicharrón, or cilantro if you wish.
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Danny Gill
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves Puerto Rican food.
Najib Ma'awiya
[email protected]I love the crispy edges of the mofongo balls. They add a nice contrast to the soft and fluffy interior.
Peprah Christiana
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover plantains. I had some plantains that were starting to get too ripe, and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up.
Fidi Khan
[email protected]I was surprised at how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make mofongo that tasted just like my abuela's.
Adesola Abdullah
[email protected]I've made mofongo many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The mofongo was so smooth and creamy. I will definitely be using this recipe from now on.
Sione Langi
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I would have liked more garlic and spices.
kloe
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the mofongo balls to hold together, but I eventually got the hang of it. The flavor was amazing and I will definitely be making this again.
Ujjol Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I made it for my family and they loved it. The mofongo was so fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Maceii Luv
[email protected]I've never had mofongo before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. It was so flavorful and satisfying. I especially liked the crispy edges of the mofongo balls.
Belle Chic
[email protected]Mofongo is a classic Puerto Rican dish that I've always wanted to try. This recipe was easy to follow and the mofongo turned out perfectly! The combination of plantains, garlic, and pork was delicious.