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Kelewele (Spicy Fried Plantains) with Peanut-Free Dip recipe by Safe Plated

Kelewele (Spicy Fried Plantains) with Peanut-Free Dip

Ripe plantains are spiced and fried to a golden-brown perfection, creating a sweet and spicy Ghanaian delicacy. Served with a sunflower seed butter dip for a nut-free option.

15m prep + 15m cook4 servings
EGG-free
350 cal|3g protein|50g carbs|18g fat|4g fiber

Ingredients

  • 3 each Ripe Plantains
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Sunflower Seed Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1-2 tablespoons Water

Instructions

  1. 1Peel the plantains and cut them into 1-inch chunks.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine ginger, cayenne pepper, and salt.
  3. 3Add the plantain chunks to the spice mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. 4Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. 5Fry the plantain chunks in batches until golden brown and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. 6Remove the fried plantains and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. 7For the dip, whisk together sunflower seed butter, lime juice, and water until smooth.
  8. 8Serve the kelewele hot with the sunflower seed butter dip.

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