Dominican Mangú with Pickled Red Onions

Name: Dominican Mangú with Pickled Red Onions
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: 4 large green plantains, peeled and sliced; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup water; Salt; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; Fresh cilantro; Crumbled cheese

A traditional Dominican breakfast delight

Explore the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this creamy mashed plantain dish, topped with tangy pickled onions.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Mangú

4 large green plantains, peeled and sliced

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup water

Salt

to taste

2 tablespoons butter

For the Pickled Red Onions

1 large red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup white vinegar

1/2 cup water

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt

For Garnishing

Fresh cilantro

chopped

Crumbled cheese

optional

Preparation

Preparing the Plantains

Peel and Slice Plantains

Peel and slice the plantains into even pieces.

Boil Plantains

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, then add the sliced plantains.

Cook Until Tender

Cook the plantains until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Ensure the plantains are cooked until tender for a smooth mash.

Making the Pickled Red Onions

Combine Pickling Liquid

In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer.

Add Onions to Liquid

Place sliced onions in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot vinegar mixture over them.

Let Onions Pickle

Let them sit and pickle while the plantains cook.

Cooking Process

Mashing Plantains

Drain the cooked plantains, then mash with butter, olive oil, and a 1/4 cup of water until smooth.

For a creamier Mangú, add a little more butter while mashing.

Mixing Flavors

Adjust salt to taste while mashing.

Combining Ingredients

Mix in 2 tablespoons of pickled onions for added zing.

Plating & Serving