Green plantains are fried, then mashed with garlic and crushed pork rinds. Serve it as a simple side dish or make little balls to be dropped into your favorite soup.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
726 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Heat canola oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Mash the garlic with the olive oil in a mortar and pestle. Combine garlic mixture with the pork rinds in a large bowl; set aside.
Step 2
Fry the plantain chunks until golden and crispy, but not brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer the fried plantains into the bowl with the garlic mixture. Toss to coat. Mash the coated plantains with the mortar and pestle until smooth. Season with salt. Roll the plantain mixture into two large balls or several small balls before serving.
Ingredients
salt to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups canola oil for frying
3 cloves garlic, or to taste
2 green plantains, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
