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Step 1
Fill a large skillet with oil and heat the oil over medium-high heat to 365F.
Step 2
Place the crushed garlic, water, chicken bouillon in the microwave and heat for 1 minute. Set aside.
Step 3
Carefully add the plantain chunks to the heated oil and fry them for 4 minutes on each side.
Step 4
Remove the plantains from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb oil.
Step 5
Place the plantain chunks in a bowl or pilon (wood mortar) , add the water and garlic mixture and mash until smooth consistency. Mix well, cover and set aside.
Step 6
To make the shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large saute pan. Add the onions and cook for about 2 minutes or until translucent. Add the red pepper, garlic, tomatoes and cumin. Cook for about 7 minutes more.
Step 7
Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the tomato mixture. Cook for about 7 minutes more. Add the cilantro and mix well.
Step 8
To serve, divide the mashed plantains equally into 4 small bowls. Top each bowl with 6 shrimp and creole sauce. Serve immediately.