Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp over a bed of mashed fried plantains, infused with garlic and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup crumbled bacon, optional
Instructions
- Peel and cut the plantains into 1-inch slices and let them breathe for about 5 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and fry the plantain slices until golden and tender, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- In the same skillet, reduce to low heat and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 more minutes, then stir in lime juice and cilantro.
- In a bowl, mash the fried plantains and mix in crumbled bacon, if using.
- Shape the mashed plantains into a dome or bowl and place on a plate.
- Ladle the garlic shrimp mixture over the mofongo and drizzle any leftovers on the plate.
Notes
For extra flavor, opt for homemade chicken broth and consider adding chili flakes for a spicy kick. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg