WebHey guys!! I have another great and easy recipe. Today we'll be making mofongo!! with shrimp. Such a delicious and classic recipe. Originated in Puerto Rico
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Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to pan; swirl to coat. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and salt over shrimp. Add shrimp to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until shrimp are done. Place shrimp around and on top of the mofongo. Top with roasted red pepper sauce. Garnish with cilantro.
Traditional Puerto Rican Mofongo is mashed in a wooden mortar, also known as a Pilon. To added in some needed moisture and juiciness, mash the plantains with a mixture of butter, olive oil, and garlic in a traditional pilon! Using a pilon adds to the mofongo making experience.
How to Make Plantain Mash (Mofongo) w Puerto Rican Shrimp. 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...
In my version, I create a mofongo relleno de camarones which is Mofongo topped with shrimp and roasted red pepper sauce. Plantains are the key ingredient in this recipe which calls for both green and ripe ones.