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Ghanaian Kelewele (Spicy Fried Plantains)

A popular Ghanaian street food snack of spicy, seasoned, and fried plantains. This recipe ensures it's dairy-free and egg-free.

15m prep + 15m cook4 servings
DAIRY-freeEGG-free
280 cal|2g protein|45g carbs|12g fat|4g fiber

Ingredients

  • 3 large Ripe Plantains
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Allspice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil

Instructions

  1. 1Peel the plantains and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2In a mortar and pestle or food processor, grind ginger, garlic, cayenne pepper, allspice, and salt into a paste.
  3. 3In a bowl, mix the plantain pieces with the spice paste. Ensure the plantains are well coated.
  4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat.
  5. 5Carefully add the plantain pieces to the hot oil.
  6. 6Fry until golden brown and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  7. 7Remove the kelewele from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  8. 8Serve warm as a snack.

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