Smoked Paprika Mofongo with White Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Creamy mashed plantains infused with smoked paprika and garlic, served with a side of savory white beans for a satisfying vegetarian meal. This Puerto Rican-inspired vegetarian recipe (vegan option), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs green plantains, garlic, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks green plantains
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 can (15 ounces), drained and rinsed white beans
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chicken broth
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 3 medium peeled and chopped green plantains in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly and return to the pot.
Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the pot with the plantains. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy, adding 1/4 cup chicken broth if too thick.
Step 3: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then stir in 1 can drained white beans until evenly distributed.
Step 4: Continue mashing until the beans are fully incorporated and the mixture is cohesive, about 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 5: Transfer to a serving dish, pressing gently to form a compact mound, and serve warm.