Mofongo Vegetariano with Sautéed Mushrooms

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Traditional Puerto Rican mashed plantain dish mixed with garlic and olive oil, served with savory mushrooms and peppers for a hearty vegetarian meal. This Puerto Rican-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs green plantains, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 4 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks green plantains
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup, sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 4 medium peeled and cut green plantain chunks in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until very tender, then drain and return to pot.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup vegetable broth to the pot. Mash plantains until smooth and creamy, adding more broth if needed to achieve a dough-like texture.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 tsp paprika, and 1/4 tsp dried oregano. Sauté for 8-10 minutes until vegetables are tender and mushrooms are golden.
4. Step 4: Form the mashed plantain mixture into small flat patties (about 1/2 inch thick). Serve mofongo patties alongside the sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.