Description
Savory Plantain Delight with Crispy Pork Bits
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk (or opt for coconut milk for a tropical flair)
- 1/2 cup crispy pork bits (chicharrones), crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and slice them into 1-inch rounds.
- Place the pieces in a large saucepan and fill it with water, ensuring the plantains are submerged.
- Sprinkle in the sea salt and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
- Allow the plantains to simmer for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain the plantains and return them to the saucepan.
- Incorporate the butter and milk, then sprinkle in the black pepper and onion powder.
- Use a potato masher or fork to blend the plantains until they reach a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Gently fold in the crushed crispy pork bits, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mash.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve this delightful dish warm, either as a side or a main course, and feel free to top it with extra crispy pork bits for an added crunch.
Notes
- For a hint of sweetness, consider mixing in a tablespoon of brown sugar or honey.
- You can swap the pork bits for crispy bacon for a unique twist on flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: Dominican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Dominican Mashed Plantains with Pork Cracklings