Garlicky Plantain Puree (Mofongo)
Garlicky Plantain Puree (Mofongo)
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Category
Side Dish
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Author:
Chef Steven Raichlen
Ingredients
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2 ripe Plantain Bananas, peeled and cut into ½ inch thick slices
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2 cups Chicken Stock or Fat - Free/Reduced Fat
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1½ tablespoons Olive Oil
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1 small Onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves Organic Garlic, minced
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1 ounce Canadian Bacon (1 slice) cut into thin slivers
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Salt and Fresh Ground Black Pepper
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Directions
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the plantains and stock or broth.
Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the plantains are very tender.
Drain in a strainer, reserving the cooking liquid. Leave the plantains in the strainer.
Heat the oil in the saucepan. Add the onions, garlic and bacon.
Cook for 4 minutes, or until onions are just beginning to brown.
Stir in the plantains and mash with a pestle or the back of a wooden spoon.
Add the reserved stock as necessary to obtain a thick, creamy puree. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the chives or scallions.