Preparation Steps

• Wash the plantains and chop each plantain into 3-4 chunks, with the skin on.
• Place in a pot, add enough water to cover the plantain pieces, season with salt and add lemon juice.
• Cook on medium heat for about 15-25 minutes, until the plantain becomes tender.
• Prepare the pork belly by cutting it into cubes, season with salt, and fry until crispy and golden.
• Transfer pork belly to a dish lined with paper towels to absorb excess fat.
• Keep about ½ cup of the fat, discard the rest, and sauté the red onion and garlic until softened and golden.
• Ladle about 1 cup of the cooking water from the plantains and drain the cooked plantain well.
• Peel the plantains with a fork, mash the pulp, add reserved hot water to achieve a smooth consistency.
• Mix in the sautéed onion, garlic, and half of the pork belly cracklings. Season as necessary and serve immediately, garnished with extra onion, cracklings, and chopped cilantro!