Mofongo, typical of Caribbean cuisine, is a delicious combination of mashed green plantains with garlic, pork cracklings, and olive oil. Serving it with juicy chicken and Creole sauce highlights the traditional flavors of Puerto Rico in every bite.
Mofongo with chicken and Creole sauce is a delightful combination of flavors that many enjoy.
The mix of mashed plantains with seasoned chicken and fresh Creole sauce creates a unique culinary experience.
It's a perfect option to share in a family meal or with friends.
Mofongo with Chicken and Creole Sauce
Ingredients
1 Green plantain
Frying oil
1 Chicken breast, cubed
1 Chopped tomato
½ cup of Chopped bell pepper
⅓ cup of Chopped onion
1 tablespoon of Tomato paste
⅓ cup of Chicken broth
1 teaspoon of Butter
1 cup of Pork cracklings
1 Crushed garlic clove
Salt and cilantro
Preparation
Step 1 : The plantain should be peeled and cut into thick slices.
Step 2 : Next, heat the oil to fry the plantain pieces, ensuring they soften.
Step 3 : Once ready, remove from heat and let drain on absorbent paper.
Step 4 : In parallel, sauté the chicken breast and season to taste.
Step 5 : Subsequently, prepare a sofrito with tomato, bell pepper, onion, and tomato paste.
Step 6 : This sofrito is added to the chicken pieces along with the broth.
Step 7 : In a mortar, place a bit of butter followed by some fried plantains, pork cracklings, and garlic.
Step 8 : Everything is mashed until a homogeneous mixture forms.
Step 9 : To serve, place the mofongo on a plate and arrange the chicken sofrito in the center.
