Mofongo Is Pure Puerto Rican Comfort Food

The crispy, chunky mash of fried plantains is a beloved island staple.
Mofongo Is Pure Puerto Rican Comfort Food
Chef Luis Quezada's mofongo at the Hyatt resort. Courtesy of Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
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On a recent trip to Puerto Rico, I was told to try the mofongo, a savory dish made with green plantains. I had heard of it before and was already a big fan of mangú, a similar plantain dish from the Dominican Republic.

As expected, mofongo wasn’t hard to find. While walking along the food stalls and bars at Loquito Beach, I saw it on several menus, and even the fancy resort I stayed at offered it as local cuisine.

Kevin Revolinski
Kevin Revolinski
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Kevin Revolinski is an avid traveler, craft beer enthusiast, and home-cooking fan. He is the author of 15 books, including “The Yogurt Man Cometh: Tales of an American Teacher in Turkey” and his new collection of short stories, “Stealing Away.” He’s based in Madison, Wis., and his website is TheMadTraveler.com