Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsTaino's Kitchen DowntownMofongo W/breaded Shrimp Recipe

Mofongo W/breaded Shrimp Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Mofongo W/breaded Shrimp Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Mofongo

Method

Mofongo

  1. 1

    Prepare the Plantains

    Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch slices.

  2. 2

    Fry the Plantains

    In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the plantain slices and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Mash the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine fried plantains, garlic cloves, pork cracklings, and salt. Use a mortar and pestle or a fork to mash everything together until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.

  4. 4

    Add Chicken Broth

    Gradually add chicken broth to the mashed plantain mixture until it reaches your desired consistency. Mix well.

Breaded Shrimp

  1. 5

    Prepare the Shrimp

    In a bowl, season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

  2. 6

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place flour in the first bowl, beaten egg in the second, and breadcrumbs in the third.

  3. 7

    Bread the Shrimp

    Dredge each shrimp in flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Make sure each shrimp is well-coated.

  4. 8

    Fry the Shrimp

    In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded shrimp in batches. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

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