Camarofongo (Mofongo con Camarones)

Ingredientes

• 1 cup oil for frying
• 4 green plantains ( peeled and cut into 3/4" [2.5 cm] slices)
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons salt
• Stewed Shrimps ((See our recipe).)

Preparación

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   --- 1. Frying plantains ---

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   Frying plantains: Heat oil over medium heat and fry plantains until golden brown on all sides (3-5 mins).Remove from oil and place on a paper towel.

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   --- 2. Sautéing garlic ---

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   Sautéing garlic: Take 3 tablespoons of the oil, and heat over low heat in a skillet. Add the garlic and salt and cook, stirring for a couple of minutes, until the garlic is heated through.Remove from the heat.

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   --- 3. Mashing the plantains ---

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   Mashing plantains: Add the plantains with the garlic and the oil in which the garlic was cooked using a pilón (Amazon affiliate link) and mash to a puree (possibly divided into portions to fit in the pestle).

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   --- 4. Serving ---

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   Serving: Form 6 balls with the plantain and chicharrones mixture and place them in small bowls or plates.Serve with the stewed shrimp.