Description
Garlic shrimp mofongo transports your taste buds to the tropics with its delightful combination of succulent shrimp sautéed in aromatic garlic and fluffy mashed plantains. This Puerto Rican classic is not just a meal; it’s a celebration that brings people together. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this easy-to-follow recipe promises to impress with its vibrant flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 firm green plantains
- 1 lb medium shrimp (fresh or frozen)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Boil peeled and sliced plantains in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with chicken broth, salt, and pepper until slightly chunky.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for one minute, then add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about five minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice to the shrimp mixture for added flavor.
- Serve by scooping mashed plantains onto plates, creating wells to fill with garlic shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg