Mofongo(Plantains And Pork Crackling) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 green plantains
1/2 lb. salt pork, washed and diced
3 cloves garlic, peeled
2 Tbsp. olive oil
vegetable oil for frying

Preparation

Peel plantains and cut into diagonal slices, about 1-inch thick.
Place plantains and diced salt pork in a pot with water to cover.
Let soak for 10 minutes.
Drain and wipe dry both plantains and salt pork.
Place salt pork in a hot skillet or frying pan (no extra oil is necessary).
Stir-fry over high heat until pieces are browned and crisp (about 5 minutes) and put aside.
This is known as the chicharron or pork crackling.