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Creole Shrimp and Avocado Plantains cups

 

Who says that you need to be a chef to impress your guest.
Le Bon Goût seasoning got you covered with this easy and tasty recipe. You want to know how to make these delicious plantains cups, gather around and be ready to astound your guests, and family.
The great thing about this recipe is the Meat seasoning is already made for you, which make this recipe more unique and special.
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Prep Time20 mins
Active Time15 mins
Total Time35 mins
Course: Appetizer
Yield: 6
Author: lebongout

Equipment

  • lemon squeezer
  • knife
  • frying pan
  • cutting board
  • paper towel

Instructions

  • Season shrimp with 2 tablespoons of Mild meat Seasoning






  • Saute the chopped onions ,bell pepper, and shrimp in a lightly oiled skillet.



  •  Place in a bowl, along with avocado, tomato, and the remaining of chopped onion,bell peppers, add 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Mix well and chill in the fridge.






  • Peel and slice each plantain into 3-inch chunks. Fry in 350 F
    oil until slightly golden, but not browned, for about 4-5 minutes. ( Make sure
    to not under-cook or the plantain will fall apart when you press them in the
    lemon squeezer).






  • Drain the plantain Cups on a paper towel. To prevent sticking rub some oil in
    the lemon squeezer. Place the plantain chumps into the lemon squeezer and press
    all the way to form a cup.






  • Gently removed from the lemon squeezer
    In a bowl, add 1 cup of warm water. Squeeze 1/4 of the lime
    in the water and ½ teaspoon of salt. Steer until salt fully dissolved.
    Raised the heat up to 375 degrees F.






  • Lightly soaked up the plantain in the warm water, shake off
    the excess water.





  • Fry the plantain pieces for 5 to 6 minutes until golden , and crispy.
    Remove the plantains and drain the excess oil on a paper towel
  • Immediately fill the cups with the shrimp mixture and serve.
    Enjoy!






Notes

 
Ingredients 
Le Bon Goût Mild Meat Seasoning 
Extra Virgin Olive Oil for frying
½ tablespoon salt
1 Tablespoon of lime juice
¼ of lime (optional)
¼ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
¼ cup onion, chopped (Separate in half)
¼ red bell pepper, chopped (Separate in half)
¼ yellow bell pepper, chopped (Separate in half)
  • Note that half will be cooked with the shrimp the remaining will be used for the filling mixture.
1 dozen medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 ripe avocado, diced
3 green plantains
 
To purchase the meat seasoning ,please click here . Keep in mind that the meat seasoning varies from regular, mild to spicy . Follow the link to order base on heat tolerance and preference . 

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  1. Guerda Henry

    Omg! This looks amazing. Thank you for sharing, can’t wait to try!

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