Bolón de Verde

Ingredients

• 4 green plantains, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 cup shredded cheese or chicharrón (fried pork bits)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Oil, for frying the plantains
• Salt, to taste
• Fried egg and coffee, for serving

Instructions

1. 1Fry the green plantain chunks in oil until soft and lightly golden, about 8-10 minutes; drain.
2. 2While still warm, mash the plantains with butter and salt until smooth.
3. 3Mix in shredded cheese or chicharrón, reserving a little for stuffing.
4. 4Form the mixture into balls, stuffing the center with extra cheese or chicharrón.
5. 5Return the bolones briefly to hot oil to crisp the outside, about 2 minutes, or serve as is.
6. 6Serve warm, traditionally alongside a fried egg and coffee for breakfast.

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