Fruits & Vegetables
Mofongo
Mofongo (Puerto Rico) 3 light green plantainsVegetable or peanut oil (for frying)4 garlic cloves, peeled2 tablespoons olive oil4 ounces chicharrones (cracklings)Salt (optional)Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley Peel plantains by slicing off the ends and cutting 3 or 4 lengthwise slits through the peel. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes, and pull of the skin […]
Mango Preserves
Mango Preserves (Puerto Rico) 6 mangoes, peeled4 cups water4 cups granulated sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract Combine the mangoes and water in a pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove the mangoes and measure 4 cups of the liquid, discarding the rest. Combine mangoes, the liquid, the sugar and the vanilla extract in […]