Ghanaian Plantain Pancakes (Tatale)
Sweet and savory plantain pancakes, a popular Ghanaian breakfast or snack. Made with ripe plantains, flour, and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 medium Ripe Plantains
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 medium Onion
- 1/2 teaspoon Ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Peel the plantains and mash them well in a bowl.
- 2Add flour, onion, ginger, red pepper flakes, and salt to the mashed plantains. Mix well to combine.
- 3Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 4Drop spoonfuls of the plantain mixture into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
- 5Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
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