Beef Mofongo

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 6 cloves garlic, divided
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 cup sliced green olives with pimentos
• 1 teaspoon coriander and annatto seasoning mix
• 4 unripe plantains, peeled, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 cup canned French fried onions (optional)

Toppings:

• Lime wedges, chopped cilantro and additional French fried onions (optional)