Coconut Shrimp Criollo

Ingredients

• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 lb yam, peeled and cut into thin 1/2 inch slices
• 1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 1/2 cups ripe plantains, peeled and sliced

Directions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Add yams; cover and boil 5 minutes or until yams are slightly tender.

3. 3

   Add coconut milk, shrimp and plantain. Reduce heat to medium-low.

4. 4

   Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Serve over rice, if desired.