Mofongo and Hemp Hearts

Hemp HeartsGluten-FreeDairy-FreePaleo
Written By Brandon Dziedzic

Experience a culinary delight with this flavorful dish! Crispy plantains, robust garlic, and savory chicharrones unite, with Salvare Hemp Hearts adding a nutritional punch. Each serving boasts 23g of protein and 4g of fiber, making it a hearty choice for any meal. Enjoy the rich textures and flavors of this traditional dish with a healthy twist!

Servings: 3

Ingredients

  • Green plantains: 4 (peeled and sliced)

  • Garlic: 4 cloves (minced)

  • Chicharrones (pork cracklings): 1 cup (crushed)

  • Salvare Hemp Hearts: 2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Start by peeling and slicing the 4 green plantains into rounds.

  2. Heat a sufficient amount of oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

  3. Fry the sliced plantains in batches until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Be sure to turn them occasionally to ensure even cooking.

  4. Once the plantains are cooked, remove them from the pan and drain on paper towels.

  5. In a mortar and pestle, mash up the fried plantains with 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1 cup of crushed chicharrones.

  6. Sprinkle the mixture with 2 tablespoons of Kannabu Hemp Hearts and mix everything together until well combined.

  7. Shape the mixture into individual servings using the mortar or your hands.

  8. Plate up the mofongo, and voila! 🙌 Enjoy your delicious and nutritious mofongo with a twist!

Note: You can adjust the amount of garlic, chicharrones, and hemp hearts according to personal preference. Also, feel free to serve the mofongo with your favorite sauce or protein on the side.

Experiment with Spices: Spice up your mofongo by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce into the mixture. This will add a kick to the dish, making it more vibrant and appealing to those who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals.

Swap Chicharrones with a Vegetarian Alternative: For a vegetarian version of this dish, replace the chicharrones with a plant-based alternative like crispy fried mushrooms or tofu. This will still add a crunchy texture and savory flavor to the dish, making it suitable for a wider audience.

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

  • Calories: 379

  • Total Fat: 17g

  • Saturated Fat: 5g

  • Trans Fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 40mg

  • Sodium: 498mg

  • Total Carbohydrate: 40g

  • Dietary Fiber: 4g

  • Sugars: 17g

  • Protein: 23g

Please note that these values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients used.

Brandon Dziedzic
It was at an early age that Brandon Dziedzic, a graphic designer based in Denver, CO, was introduced to the wonderful world of design. Regardless of being a nuisance to his mother, it was their frequent weekend trips to local antique shops that intrigued Brandon. Every paper, piece of fabric, and piece of furniture had to be touched. He couldn't get enough of the different textures and designs that spread across the store floors. His desire and addiction to tactile objects quickly became his passion. It was this curiosity that shaped Brandon's decision to pursue his career. Choosing to attend a selective Graphic Communications program at his local technical high school, Brandon began to submerge himself in every aspect the program had to offer. Package design, ad design, photo manipulation, and printing on print presses helped shape his decision to major in Graphic Design and become a unique Graphic Designer. After searching numerous colleges Brandon finally decided to continue his education at Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, FL. Not only did the beautiful weather and beaches entice him the Graphic and Interactive Communications department Ringling offered was one of the best he had seen. Throughout his four years he learned the complete circle of design, layout, typography, structure, and balance which quickly granted him many opportunities during his undergraduate years. After graduation and the excitement of living in the sunshine state had dwindled, Brandon decided to take a chance and move to New York City, the city of opportunity. With $300 in his pocket, all of his possessions packed in to an oversized 16’ moving truck, Brandon made his way to the big apple. After a grueling job search that seemed to last forever, yet lasted only a few months, Brandon quickly landed a Junior Design position for an educational software company called Wireless Generation. Here, his already abundant knowledge base of print design, book layout, typography, and branding design grew to include app design and user interface. It was from this experience Brandon began to develop a client base and pursue design opportunities all over New York City and beyond. Brandon currently holds a Graphic Designer position with The Integer Group in Denver, CO. In his free time Brandon loves searching for new design ideas, exploring the great city of New York, crafting, traveling, volunteering, spending time with his husband Kevin and cat Kay, and as always, searching for new freelance opportunities to enhance his designer mind. If you may have any graphic design related inquiries, please feel free to contact Brandon at bdziedzic09@gmail.com.
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