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Kelewele - Ghanian Fried Plantain

Kelewele - Ghana style fried plantain is first marinated with aromatics - sweet, spicy, and smoky!
Cook Time15 minutes
Resting Time1 hour
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: African, Ghanian
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 103kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe yellow plantains
  • 1 tablespoon ginger finely chopped
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 chiles finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  • Slice the plantains into 1/2" slices.
  • In a bowl, combine the tablespoon of oil, with the ginger, onion, salt and chile.
  • Add plantain slices and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least one hour.
  • Heat about 1" of oil in a skillet. Once the oil is hot, fry the plantain slices and cook on both sides until golden brown.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 371mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 864IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
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