Best of Orlando® 2017
Staff Pick
Best Puerto Rican Comfort Food
Mofongo pionono
Mofongo pionono
Melao Bakery
2001 Consulate Drive
407-348-1777
Let's start by acknowledging that traditional mofongo is already fantastic. Puerto Ricans hit the jackpot when they decided to mix fried mashed green plantains with olive oil, garlic and pork cracklings. But Melao Bakery takes it to a different plane of gastronomical existence with its mofongo pionono. This dish has the basic elements of mofongo, but adds sweet plantains, ground beef and melted cheese on top for a truly soul-replenishing experience. Wash it down with a cold Malta India and one of Melao's delicious quesitos.
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