Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 3
Indulge in the Rich Flavors of Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains)
in Vegan

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 large green plantains , coarsely chopped
1 can organic tomato sauce
1 small bunch cilantro , chopped , or to taste
2 tablespoons homemade sofrito
2 tablespoons olive oil , or to taste , divided
1 clove garlic , minced
1 ( .18 ounce ) packet sazon seasoning
1/2 cup vegetable broth , or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-5
Calories
528
Sugar
15g
Fat
11g
Mofongo is a popular dish from Puerto Rico that has now become a popular vegan meal worldwide. Traditionally made with mashed plantains, garlic, and pork cracklings, this recipe replaces the pork with vegetable broth and uses olive oil for a vegan twist. The dish is now a symbol of Puerto Rican cuisine and has won hearts all over the world. Vegan Mofongo has an irresistibly delicious texture that pairs perfectly with various condiments, and its flavors are sure to appeal to people who relish bold and spicy flavors.

Instructions

1.Peel the plantains and chop them into large pieces. Boil the plantains in salted water for about 30 minutes, or until they are tender.
2.Drain the plantains and mash them with a fork or potato masher.
3.Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sofrito and cook for 1 minute.
4.Add the mashed plantains and sazon seasoning to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Add the vegetable broth, tomato sauce, and cilantro to the skillet and continue cooking until the mixture is heated through.
6.Serve hot, drizzled with the remaining olive oil and garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

PROS

Vegan Mofongo is a flavorful and filling meal that is completely plant-based.

The dish is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals due to the use of green plantains as the main ingredient.

CONS

This dish is high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.
The fried nature of the dish also makes it high in calories and fat, making it important to enjoy in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green plantains are an excellent source of dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
The dish also contains natural plant-based antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may aid in reducing inflammation and improving overall health.

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