Plantain Chips (Kelewele)

Ingredients

• 3 medium Ripe Plantains
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1Peel the 3 medium ripe plantains and cut them into 1/2-inch thick slices.
2. 2In a mortar and pestle, combine the 1 tablespoon ginger, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cloves, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Grind these ingredients together until they form a paste.
3. 3Rub the spice paste evenly over all sides of the plantain slices.
4. 4Heat the 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
5. 5Carefully add the plantain slices to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the plantain chips are golden brown and crispy. They should make a gentle sizzling sound as they fry.
6. 6Using a slotted spoon or spider strainer, remove the fried plantain chips from the oil. Place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
7. 7Serve the plantain chips warm.

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