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Beyti Sarma
Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Shrimp Mofongo
Puerto Rican fried green plantain mash served with garlicky shrimp sauce and lime.
Medium⏱️ 46 min📖 1 min readServes 4~520 kcal🇵🇷 Puerto Rican🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 26 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 46 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking26 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
Mofongo için
- 4 Green plantains
For the sauce
- 500 g Shrimp
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Chicken broth
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1 Onion
General
- 5 clove Garlic
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Lime juice
- 0.2 bunch Cilantro
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Instructions
- 1
Peel the plantains and cut them into thick slices.
- 2
Fry the slices in hot oil for 8 minutes, until golden.
8 min08:00 - 3
Mash half of the garlic with olive oil and salt.
- 4
Pound the fried plantains coarsely with the garlic oil.
- 5
Saute the onion and remaining garlic for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 6
Add the tomatoes, chicken broth, and shrimp and cook for 8 minutes, until saucy.
8 min08:00 - 7
Shape the mofongo and serve it with the shrimp sauce, lime, and cilantro.
💡 Tip: Do not mash the plantains into a completely smooth puree; a coarse mash gives mofongo its firm signature texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Press the mofongo into bowls, spoon the garlicky shrimp sauce into the center, and serve with lime.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~520
kcal calories
28
g protein
58
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 21%Carbs 44%Fat 35%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Shrimp Mofongo make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Shrimp Mofongo take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 26 minutes; 46 minutes in total.Is Shrimp Mofongo difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Shrimp Mofongo have?
Approximately 520 kcal per serving. Protein: 28g, carbs: 58g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Shrimp Mofongo contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Shrimp Mofongo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Puerto Rican cuisine.How many ingredients does Shrimp Mofongo need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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