Mofongo

A Mofongo is a native of the Caribbean nutritious Dumpling, the (Spanish plátanos ) is made from the abundant there plantains. In the preparation used in addition to crushed banana cookies also garlic, olive oil, bacon, poultry or pork.

Due to the high content of protein and carbohydrates sets while consuming very quickly a feeling of fullness. Also, the cholesterol level may increase with regular consumption. In Europe, a rarity, the mofongo is particularly in Puerto Rico is a popular dish, but also in areas with a high number of Hispanic residents of the Caribbean dumpling is available, for example in North America.