Description
Mangú is a traditional Dominican dish made from mashed plantains, often served as a savory breakfast or side dish. It embodies the rich flavors of Latin America.
Ingredients
- 3 green plantains
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1/4 cup of water
- Salt to taste
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into chunks.
- Boil the plantain chunks in salted water until they are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Drain the plantains and mash them with butter and water until smooth.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onions until they are soft and translucent.
- Serve the mashed plantains topped with the sautéed onions.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add more butter or a splash of milk.
- Adjust the salt according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg