Tortillas de Verde (Green Plantain & Cheese Patties)

Ingredients

• 3 green plantains
• 1 cup shredded queso fresco
• 1 tbsp La Favorita Margarine
• A pinch of salt
• La Favorita Oil for frying
• Ají criollo (optional, to serve)

Directions

1. Peel the green plantains and cut them into medium chunks.
2. Cook the plantains in salted water until soft.
3. Drain them and mash them into a purée while they're still hot.
4. Add the La Favorita Margarine and mix until you have a smooth dough.
5. Take portions of the dough, roll them into balls, and flatten them with your hands.
6. Fill them with shredded cheese and close them up into thick patties.
7. Fry them in plenty of hot La Favorita Oil until golden.
8. Take them out and set them on paper towels before serving.