Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains)
This plant-based twist on Puerto Rican mofongo brings garlicky, savory depth with sofrito, tomato sauce, and sazón folded into hot, starchy green plantains. A drizzle of olive oil and a splash of vegetable broth make it rich yet light, with bright cilantro lifting each bite. Serve Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains) for a comforting dinner that’s hearty, aromatic, and naturally gluten-free.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Fill a 1-quart pot with water; boil the plantains with a pinch of salt until they are easily pierced with a fork.
- 2
Mash the plantains with tomato sauce, cilantro, sofrito, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, and sazon in a mortar or a glass bowl.
- 3
Mix in the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and add enough vegetable broth so the mofongo holds together but is dry enough to slide out of a container; season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Serve the mofongo over the remaining 5 tablespoons vegetable broth in a bowl.
- Calories 651.93 kcal High
- Protein 4.58 g Low Source
- Carbs 135.77 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.59 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.09 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.84 mg Low Source
- Sodium 496.36 mg High
- Fiber 8.82 g Good Source
- Sugar 9.22 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.18 g Low Source
- Calcium 138.35 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.91 mg Moderate
- Potassium 743.15 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 127.89 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 32.65 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.36 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains) is a Puerto Rican side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Plantain. Each serving provides about 651.93 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains)?
- It is a Puerto Rican recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains) made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Olive Oil, Plantain, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains)?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 651.93 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Vegan Mofongo (Fried Mashed Plantains) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
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