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Shrimp Mofongo: Discover This Flavorful Delight Today!

Shrimp Mofongo is a delicious Puerto Rican dish made with mashed green plantains and shrimp, seasoned to perfection.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups green plantains peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the plantain pieces and cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, mash the cooked plantains with a fork or potato masher. Gradually mix in the remaining olive oil until well combined.
  5. Fold in the cooked shrimp mixture into the mashed plantains, mixing gently to combine.
  6. To serve, mold the mofongo into a bowl or mound shape on a plate. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the shrimp mixture.
  • You can also substitute shrimp with cooked chicken or pork for a different protein option.

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