Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 cup

vegetable oil

for frying

5 unit

ripe plantains

diced into 1/3-inch chunks

1 unit

small onion

pureed

3 tbsp

fresh ginger

grated

2 unit

whole cloves

crushed

3 tbsp

ground chile pepper

1 tsp

salt

to taste

Step 1
~2 min

Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~2 min

Dice plantains into 1/3-inch chunks and place them in a bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Puree onion in a blender until smooth.

Step 4
~2 min

Stir in grated ginger and crushed cloves into the pureed onion.

Step 5
~2 min

Pour the onion-ginger-clove mixture over the plantains.

Step 6
~2 min

Mix in ground chile pepper and salt.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir to coat the plantains evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Carefully place the coated plantains in the hot oil.

Step 9
~2 min

Fry the plantains until browned on all sides, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Remove the fried plantains and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve hot as a snack or side dish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use very ripe plantains for the best flavor and texture.

Adjust the amount of chile pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

Fry in small batches to prevent the oil temperature from dropping too much.

Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The spice mixture can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack with a cold drink.

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken or fish
Jollof rice
Groundnut stew

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

West Africa

Cultural Significance

A popular street food in Ghana, often sold by vendors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Snack
Appetizer
Party Food

Popularity Score

70/100