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Garlic Shrimp Mofongo

Garlic Shrimp Mofongo: A Comforting Taste of Puerto Rico

Try this Garlic Shrimp Mofongo, a delightful blend of crispy plantains and succulent shrimp, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mofongo
  • 2 large Green Plantains Can use ripe plantains for a sweeter taste.
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Can replace with vegetable or canola oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use non-dairy butter for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 cup Crumbled Bacon Optional; omit for vegetarian version.
For the Garlic Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can substitute smoked paprika.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; can substitute with parsley.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Can substitute with lemon juice.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl
  • fork
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel the plantains and slice them into 1-inch thick pieces, then set aside.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry plantain slices for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter with a bit of olive oil, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  5. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for another 2 minutes, adding lime juice and cilantro for flavor.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  6. Mash the fried plantains in a bowl until chunky, mixing in crumbled bacon if desired.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  7. Scoop mashed plantains into a dome shape and set aside.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo
  8. Serve by placing the molded mofongo on a plate and topping with the garlic shrimp and sauce.
    Garlic Shrimp Mofongo

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Fry the plantains in batches for even cooking and serve fresh for best flavor.

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