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Nutritional Values
320kcal
10gProtein
65gCarbs
12gFat
5gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
Bolón de Verde
How to order / say it
Say it
Bolón de Verde — [boh-lohn de vehr-day]
Order
I'd like a bolón de verde, please.
Locally
Quisiera un bolón de verde, por favor.
Say locally
A hearty, fried green plantain dumpling mixed with cheese or pork.
Why try it?
This filling and popular breakfast dish captures the Ecuadorian essence of using local ingredients, showcasing Guayaquil's ingenious street food culture.
How it tastes
Savory and starchy with a blend of melted cheese or bits of fried pork, the outside is crispy while the inside remains soft and flavorful.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
An invention of the early 20th century, bolón de verde was a convenient meal for workers and has become a nostalgic comfort food for Guayaquileños.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 600 g green plantains
- 🥛 100 g cheese
- 🫒 100 ml vegetable oil
- 🧂 5 g salt
- 🧂 3 g pepper
Method
- 1 Peel and boil plantains until soft.
- 2 Mash with cheese, shape into balls.
- 3 Fry until golden brown.
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