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Garlic Shrimp Mofongo

Garlic Shrimp Mofongo: Your New Comfort Food Favorite

Experience the vibrant flavors of Garlic Shrimp Mofongo, a comfort food favorite that combines crispy plantains and succulent shrimp.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mofongo Base
  • 2-3 pieces green plantains or slightly yellow ones for best results
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter use olive oil for a lighter option
  • 1 cup pork cracklings optional for crunch
For the Garlic Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • to taste seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika) customize according to your preferences
  • 1 lime lime wedges for serving
Accompaniments
  • sautéed vegetables
  • Puerto Rican rice and beans

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • mortar and pestle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel two to three green plantains and cut them into 1–2 inch chunks. Boil in salted water for 10–15 minutes until fork-tender or fry in hot oil until golden brown.
  2. Mash the cooked plantains with minced garlic, olive oil or butter, and optional pork cracklings. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp and seasonings, cooking until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  4. Mold mofongo mixture into bowls or plates, create a well for the garlic shrimp, and spoon shrimp on top.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Mofongo base can be prepared in advance; cook shrimp fresh for maximum flavor. Store leftovers properly and reheat carefully.

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