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Healthy Mofongo Garlic Shrimp Recipe

A vibrant Puerto Rican classic featuring crispy mashed green plantains topped with juicy garlic shrimp simmered in a buttery, lemony sauce. This mofongo garlic shrimp is bold, comforting, and packed with authentic Caribbean flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 green plantains peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or seafood stock
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the plantains until fork-tender.
  2. Drain the plantains and mash while warm with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper, and cook until shrimp turn pink.
  5. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  6. Melt butter in the same skillet, then add white wine and broth, scraping the pan.
  7. Simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Stir in lemon juice and parsley.
  9. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat.
  10. Shape mashed plantains into mounds, top with garlic shrimp and sauce.
  11. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

Use green plantains only for the best texture. Serve immediately for maximum flavor and freshness.