El Jibarito-Style Mofongo con Camarones

This healthier version of El Jibarito-style mofongo with shrimp uses whole-food, organic ingredients to offer a clean-eating alternative without sacrificing flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 3 green plantains (about 3 cups mashed)
  • 1/2 cup organic white onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 pound organic large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced, divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Juice of 1 lime

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Instructions

  1. Peel the green plantains and boil them until tender (about 20-25 minutes). Once cooked, mash them in a bowl with a fork or potato masher.
  2. In a medium pan, heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in half the minced garlic and let it cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add cooked mashed plantains to the pan with onions, stirring well to combine with the sautéed vegetables. Mix in cilantro, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, cooking together for 2-3 minutes.
  4. In another large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp with a pinch of salt and cook 1-2 minutes per side, just until pink and opaque. Remove from heat promptly.
  5. Form soft mofongo balls using your hands and press them into small bowls to shape.
  6. In the shrimp skillet, cook the remaining garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in honey and lime juice. Return the shrimp and toss well to coat evenly.
  7. Top each mofongo ball with a generous serving of shrimp and garnish with additional chopped cilantro if desired.
  8. Serve hot as an elegant and healthy rendition of El Jibarito-style mofongo con camarones.

FAQ

Is this El Jibarito-Style Mofongo con Camarones gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free as it does not contain any gluten-containing ingredients.

Can avocado oil be substituted with olive oil?

Certainly! You can substitute avocado oil for olive oil if you prefer its flavor or dietary needs;

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