Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Puerto Rico with Garlic Shrimp Mofongo, a flavor-packed dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to your table. This traditional Puerto Rican classic features crispy mashed plantains infused with garlic, topped with succulent shrimp sautéed in rich butter or olive oil. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this dish is not only easy to make but also impressively delicious. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can create an authentic Caribbean meal that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
- 4 green or slightly yellow plantains
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (for both mofongo and shrimp)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Optional: 1/4 cup pork cracklings (chicharrón), salt, pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Plantains: Peel and cut the plantains into 1–2 inch pieces. Boil them until tender (10–15 minutes) or fry for added flavor.
- Mash Mofongo: In a mortar and pestle, mash the boiled plantains with minced garlic, olive oil, and optional pork cracklings. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook Garlic Shrimp: Heat butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper, cooking until pink and opaque (about 3–4 minutes per side).
- Assemble Dish: Mold the mofongo onto plates or into bowls, generously topping each serving with garlic shrimp and drizzling pan juices over the top.
- Serve immediately garnished with chopped cilantro or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg