Shrimp Stuffed Plantains (tostones Rellenos De Camarones)
Shrimp Stuffed Plantains, also known as Tostones Rellenos de Camarones, is a delicious and unique dish that combines the flavors of Puerto Rican and Chinese cuisines. This recipe features savory shrimp stuffed inside crispy fried plantains, creating a perfect blend of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the plantain slices until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and flatten each slice with a tostonera or the back of a heavy glass.
- In a bowl, season the shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook the seasoned shrimp in the same skillet used for the plantains until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- For the sauce, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl.
- To assemble, top each flattened plantain slice with a spoonful of the shrimp mixture and drizzle with the cilantro-lime sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Skillet Tostonera or heavy glass Bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Small bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the Shrimp Stuffed Plantains as a unique appetizer or as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of hot sauce or a squeeze of fresh lime juice on top of the stuffed plantains before serving.
Cost
$15