Garlic Shrimp Mofongo Recipe
Garlic Shrimp Mofongo is a flavorful Puerto Rican dish featuring mashed plantains blended with garlic and pork cracklings, topped with sautéed garlic shrimp.
Equipment
- mortar and pestle
- skillet
Ingredients
Mofongo
- 4 pieces green or slightly yellow plantains
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- ¼ cup pork cracklings (chicharrón), optional
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garlic Shrimp
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: paprika or fresh cilantro for garnish
Optional Accompaniments
- Lime wedges
- Sautéed vegetables or Puerto Rican rice and beans
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel the plantains and cut them into 1–2 inch pieces. Boil the plantain pieces in water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Using a mortar and pestle or pilón, mash the boiled plantains together with minced garlic, olive oil or butter, and the optional pork cracklings. Season well with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Shape the mofongo into bowls or onto plates. Top with the garlic shrimp and drizzle any pan juices over the top.
- Garnish with cilantro or a sprinkle of paprika if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges and optional sides for a complete meal.
Notes
Using green plantains yields a firmer mofongo, while slightly yellow plantains produce a softer texture. Pork cracklings add authentic flavor but can be omitted for a lighter dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
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