Jul 09 2026
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Mofongo W/bbq Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Taino's Kitchen Downtown
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Mofongo

BBQ Chicken

Method

Mofongo Preparation

  1. 1

    Fry the Plantains

    Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch slices. Heat the olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the plantain slices until they are golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.

  2. 2

    Mash the Plantains

    In a large bowl, combine the fried plantains, minced garlic, and salt. Using a mortar and pestle or a large fork, mash the mixture until it reaches a chunky consistency.

  3. 3

    Add Chicken Broth

    Gradually add chicken broth to the mashed plantains, mixing until it becomes a thick, cohesive mixture. Adjust the texture to your liking by adding more broth if necessary.

  4. 4

    Shape the Mofongo

    Shape the mofongo into small balls or mounds and set aside.

BBQ Chicken Preparation

  1. 5

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 6

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C). Grill the chicken thighs for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through, brushing with BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Once the chicken is done, remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving with the mofongo.

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