PLANTAIN MASH (MOFONGO) W PUERTO RICAN SHRIMP
Mofongo is a traditional Puerto Rican dish. It can be served with stewed beef, pork or chicken. The mashed plantains are crispy outside and tender inside and combine perfectly with the thick sauce.
Provided by benelisa cotto
Categories Seafood
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. peel and cut plantains into one inch cubes,set in cold water as you cut to prevent oxidation,drain and dry w a paper towel,fry at med high heat for about 5 minutes,then remove from oil and cool.cook tocino/bacon until crispy.mix together olive oil and minced garlic,salt and pepper (about 1 tsp salt,1 tsp pepper)
- 2. now clean shrimp and season w salt and pepper,set aside.in a saute pan add 1 tbsp canola oil,when it is hot add sofrito and crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce,cook for 3 minutes then add cumin and paprika cook for 2 minutes,stir in water and salt and pepper to taste,simmer on med high for 2 minutes when bubbly add shrimp,cover and lower heat,cook on med low for 7 minutes or until shrimp is cooked and sauce is slightly thickened.turn off flame.
- 3. now refry plantains for 8 minutes or until golden,remove and put in a large bowl,add bacon and mash well while mixing in bacon,then mix in garlic/oil.
- 4. now to construct the dish,in an oven safe bowl add half of the shrimp with sauce, take half of the plantain mix on a flat surface and form into a dome shape,the size of your bowl,and leave the bottom inside shallow,place on top of shrimp stew.bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden brown on top.serve hot.***i like to make another batch of the sauce and serve on the side in order to pour over mofongo or dip each bite.
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Md Oliullah
[email protected]Delicious mofongo recipe! The plantains were mashed perfectly and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Goku obeng
[email protected]This mofongo recipe was amazing! The plantains were cooked perfectly and the shrimp were very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Makhai Boone
[email protected]I love this recipe! The mofongo is always perfect and the shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Puerto Rican meal.
M Rose E
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the mofongo turned out great. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the overall dish was very flavorful.
Kendra Cisneros
[email protected]Delicious! The mofongo was light and fluffy, and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Manuelz32 u
[email protected]This mofongo recipe was a hit! The plantains were fluffy and flavorful, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Shola Mary
[email protected]I was impressed with how easy this recipe was to follow. The mofongo turned out great, and the shrimp was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy meal.
Pookie Dozier
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow, and the mofongo turned out great. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the overall dish was very flavorful.
Joe Mama
[email protected]Mofongo is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe did not disappoint. The plantains were mashed perfectly, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Adwoa Dilys
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and each time it comes out delicious. The mofongo is always light and fluffy, and the shrimp is always cooked perfectly. This is a must-try recipe for anyone who loves Puerto Rican food.
Carlos Castaneda
[email protected]This dish was amazing! The plantains were perfectly mashed, and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and authentic Puerto Rican meal.
amir junejo
[email protected]Mofongo is a Puerto Rican dish that is made with mashed plantains. This recipe is an excellent introduction to mofongo, and it's easy to follow. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the mofongo was light and fluffy.