Pan-Seared Plantain and Shrimp with Cilantro

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Golden plantain slices paired with garlic-scented shrimp and fresh cilantro for a vibrant, savory-sweet Puerto Rican-inspired dish. This Puerto Rican-inspired seafood recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs plantains, all-purpose flour, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Puerto Rican cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat plantain slices dry with paper towels. In a shallow dish, mix 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Dredge each slice in the mixture, shaking off excess.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add plantain slices in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp, flipping once. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Sauté 2 tbsp minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp.
  4. Step 4: Return skillet to medium heat. Stir in 1 tbsp lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro until cilantro wilts. Add cooked plantains and shrimp, tossing gently to coat. Cook for 1 minute to heat through.

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