Breakfast
Machuca
A purée of crushed green plantain mixed with butter, served with pieces of crispy chicharrón. A traditional dish of the north coast, tasty and typical of Honduran breakfast.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Purée
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Peel the green plantains, cut them into pieces and boil them for 20 minutes in salted water.
- Drain them and mash them in a bowl with the butter and a little hot water until you have a smooth purée.
- Fry the sliced onion in the oil until golden.
- Crumble the chicharrón and warm it briefly in the pan with the onion.
- Serve the hot purée topped with the chicharrón and caramelised onion.
- Accompany with fresh cheese if you like.
Variations and tips
Vegetarian version. Replace the chicharrón with caramelised onions and a little smoked cheese.
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Original Ecomely recipe.