This bifongo with shrimp is a perfect example of Puerto Rican cuisine, combining the softness of ripe and green plantains with the exquisite flavor of shrimp. It is ideal for sharing with family or friends and celebrates the richness of local ingredients in a comforting and storied dish.
The bifongo with shrimp is a typical Puerto Rican dish that combines mashed green and ripe plantains with seasoned shrimp prepared to taste.
It is a perfect dish for those who enjoy bold flavors and Caribbean gastronomy.
Bifongo with Shrimp
Ingredients
200 grams of Peeled shrimp
4 Chopped green plantains
1 Chopped yellow plantain
4 Garlic cloves
½ cup of Chicken broth
Vegetable oil
Olive oil
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation (simple version)
Preparation
Step 1 : Heat a skillet with vegetable oil and fry the green and yellow plantains until golden and soft, then drain on absorbent paper.
Step 2 : Grease the pilón with olive oil and mash the plantains with garlic until obtaining a smooth mixture.
Step 3 : Add the chicken broth and adjust the salt, scraping the bottom of the pilón to enhance the flavors.
Step 4 : In a separate skillet, cook the shrimp until pink and well seasoned.
Step 5 : Incorporate the shrimp into the pilón with the mashed plantain, gently mix, and serve optionally with Creole sauce or Caribbean mojo.
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