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Mofongo relleno with jumbo shrimp

Mofongo relleno is a popular dish from Puerto Rico made with mashed fried green plantains mixed with garlic, olive oil, and pork cracklings. When it's filled with jumbo shrimp, it adds a delicious seafood twist to the dish. The shrimp adds a savory and juicy flavor that complements the garlicky mofongo perfectly.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Caribbean, Latin American, Puerto Rican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 615 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  • Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch chunks.
  • In a large pot, heat enough water to cover the plantains. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
  • Add the plantain chunks to the boiling water and cook until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  • While the plantains are cooking, heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the jumbo shrimp to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Once the plantains are cooked, drain them and let them cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, mash the plantains with a potato masher until smooth. Add the remaining olive oil and pork cracklings, and mix well.
  • To assemble, divide the mashed plantains into 4 portions. Form each portion into a bowl shape and fill the center with the cooked jumbo shrimp.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
  • Enjoy!
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Nutrition

Calories: 615kcal (31%)Carbohydrates: 68g (23%)Protein: 20g (40%)Fat: 29g (45%)Saturated Fat: 4g (25%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 146mg (49%)Sodium: 711mg (31%)Potassium: 912mg (26%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 206IU (4%)Vitamin C: 37mg (45%)Calcium: 72mg (7%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer

Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword comfort food, fried, garlicky, seafood
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