Ingredients
The following ingredients have 4 Servings
- 4 green plantains
- water ((enough to cover plantain pieces - reserve approximately 1 to 1½ cups after removing plantains))
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 Tbsp butter
Instruction
- Peel the plantains and cut them into slices about a 1/2-inch thick. Transfer them into your saucepan and cover with water, then add salt.
- Bring the saucepan with plantains to a boil over medium-high heat then reduce to keep the water at a low boil. Boil the plantains for about 20 minutes or until tender and mashable.
- Slice the butter in tablespoon size pats and place them into a large heat-proof mixing bowl. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked plantain slices into the bowl on place them on the butter.
- Mash the plantains with butter, adding reserved water as needed to get your desired consistency. Your looking for a 'mashed potato' type consistency. Once done, set the mangu aside to set before serving.
