1 red onion, julienned. 1 cup vinegar. 2½ tablespoons butter. 2½ tablespoons olive oil. 6 eggs, fried, for serving. Peel the plantains and cut into quarters.

Mangu is a classic breakfast dish in the Dominican Republic. Here, we share the role it plays in Dominican culture, along with a recipe. IE 11 is not supported.

Soups are large enough for a meal and can be shared. All start with a sofrito base for depth. There’s mixed seafood soup made hearty with cubes of potato and carrot and Dominican chicken noodle.