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Garlic Shrimp Mofongo

Perfect Garlic Shrimp Mofongo for Comfort Food Lovers

This Garlic Shrimp Mofongo is a comforting Puerto Rican dish that combines crispy fried plantains with succulent garlic shrimp.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mofongo
  • 2 medium plantains can be substituted with green bananas
  • 1/2 cup olive oil can be swapped for vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter use more olive oil for a dairy-free option
For the Shrimp Mixture
  • 1 pound shrimp wild-caught is best, frozen works too
  • 4 cloves garlic fresh garlic is best
  • 1 cup chicken broth use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika can enhance flavor
  • 1/4 cup cilantro or parsley if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice lemon juice works in a pinch
  • optional to taste bacon or vegan bacon for vegetarian option

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • potato masher

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Peel the plantains and slice into 1-inch thick pieces. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
  2. Fry the plantain slices in hot oil for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat and add butter and olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they are pink and opaque.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and let simmer for about 2 minutes, then stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  6. Mash the fried plantains in a bowl until smooth. Mix in bacon if desired.
  7. Mold the mashed plantains into a dome or bowl shape.
  8. Serve the molded mofongo topped with shrimp mixture and drizzle with remaining sauce. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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