Jul 09 2026
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Mofongo W/creole Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by Taino's Kitchen Downtown
Time40m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Mofongo

Creole Shrimp

Method

Mofongo Preparation

  1. 1

    Fry the Plantains

    Peel the green plantains and slice them into 1-inch thick pieces. Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the plantains in batches until they are golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Garlic

    In a mortar and pestle, combine garlic cloves with a pinch of salt. Mash them into a paste.

  3. 3

    Mash the Mofongo

    In a large bowl, combine the fried plantains, mashed garlic, pork cracklings, and chicken broth. Mash everything together until it reaches a chunky consistency. Adjust salt to taste.

  4. 4

    Shape the Mofongo

    Shape the mashed mofongo into balls or mound it into a serving dish. Keep warm while preparing the shrimp.

Creole Shrimp Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and aromatic, about 5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.

  3. 7

    Add Seasonings and Tomatoes

    Stir in diced tomatoes, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. 8

    Finish with Fresh Ingredients

    Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Mix well.

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