Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Puerto Rico with Garlic Shrimp Mofongo, a delicious dish that combines crispy mashed plantains and succulent garlic shrimp. This comforting classic is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering a satisfying texture and rich taste that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 green or slightly yellow plantains
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1/4 cup pork cracklings (chicharrón), optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Peel plantains and cut into 1–2 inch pieces. Boil until tender (about 10–15 minutes) or fry for extra flavor.
- Mash boiled plantains in a mortar and pestle with minced garlic, olive oil, and optional chicharrón. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, cooking until pink and opaque (about 3–4 minutes per side).
- Mold mofongo into bowls or onto plates; top with the cooked garlic shrimp.
- Garnish with lime wedges if desired and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg