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SHRIMP IN GARLIC MOJO WITH TOSTONES (CAMARONES AL AJILLO CON TOSTONES)

Active Time : 45 Minutes
Total Time : 45 Minutes
Serves : 6
INGREDIENTS
  • 1-1/2 31/40 pounds peeled, deveined large shrimp
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped garlic, divided
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Wesson® Vegetable Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 large green plantains, peeled, cut into 1-1/2 inch slices
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
DIRECTIONS

Combine shrimp, lime juice, orange juice, 2 tablespoons garlic, 2 tablespoons oil and pepper in medium bowl; set aside.

Combine plantains, remaining 1 tablespoon garlic and salt in large bowl; cover with water. Let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain plantains and pat dry with paper towels.

Meanwhile, heat 1 cup oil in large skillet to 350°F. Fry plantains 4 minutes on all sides or until golden yellow. Remove from skillet; drain on paper towels. Flatten plantains between sheets of waxed paper using a tostonera or bottom of can. Fry flattened plantains 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning over once. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle immediately with garlic salt.

Heat another large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp mixture; cook 3 to 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink, stirring frequently. Serve with tostones.