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Mofongo de Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp Mofongo)

One of the most classic mofongo combos is mofongo de camarones al ajillo. It's a quick and easy recipe that is sure to impress!
Mofongo de Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Butter Shrimp Mofongo)
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By: Franchesca Livraghi
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Dominican
Servings 1 serving

Ingredients
  

  • 1 green plantain
  • Frying oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp adobo
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp broth
  • 1 serving camarones al ajillo

Instructions
 

  • Peel and slice the green plantain. Fry the plantain slices in oil until golden brown. Remove fried plantains and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • In a mortar and pestle, crush garlic, olive oil, salt, and adobo seasoning into a paste.
  • Add plantains to the mortar, a few at a time, and crush while adding broth to soften.
  • Add 2-3 camarones al ajillo and crush together with the plantain mixture until smooth.
  • Press the mofongo mixture into a small bowl to shape it, then invert onto a plate. Top with the remaining camarones al ajillo and serve.
Keyword Camarones al Ajillo, Dominican Recipe, Mofongo, Mofongo de Camarones, Receta Dominicana, Shrimp, Shrimp Mofongo
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