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Mofongo de Queso Frito (Cheese Mofongo)

Learn how to make easy and flavorful mofongo de queso, the perfect blend of fried cheese and mashed plantains.
Mofongo de Queso Frito (Cheese Mofongo)
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Dominican
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients
  

Mofongo

  • 2 green plantains
  • frying oil
  • 1 cup queso de freir cubes
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp adobo
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup chicharrón pieces

Cheese Sauce

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup cheddar cheese
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

Mofongo

  • Peel the plantains and slice them into ¼ inch thick pieces. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the plantain slices until golden brown, around 5 minutes. Drain them on paper towels and set aside.
  • Fry the cheese until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes, then drain them on paper towels and set aside.
  • In a mortar and pestle, crush the garlic and mix in olive oil, adobo, and salt. Add a few plantain slices at a time and mash, adding broth as needed to help smooth it out.
  • Mix in the chicharrón and 1/3 of the cheese pieces, mashing until well combined. Shape the mashed plantain mixture into a round using a bowl or container, then place it on a plate.

Cheese Sauce

  • In a small pot, combine all the ingredients and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Pour it over the mofongo, then garnish with cilantro and the remaining cheese pieces. Buen provecho!
Keyword Cheese Mofongo, Dominican Recipe, Mofongo, Mofongo de Queso, Queso Frito, Receta Dominicana
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