Kelewele
These spicy fried plantains are coated in a blend of ginger, garlic, onions, and peppers, then fried until golden.
Servings 8
Calories 199kcal
Equipment
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- 4-6 ripe plantains
- Habanero peppers or kpakpo shito, or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 calabash nutmeg - ehuru optional
- ½ onion
- ½ thumb-size ginger about 1 tbsp, grated
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon mixed spice
- 1 cup cooking oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them lengthwise, then slice into small cubes or bite-size pieces.
- Add the peppers, calabash nutmeg, onion, ginger, garlic, and mixed spice to a blender. Blend into a smooth mixture (see notes).
- Transfer the plantain pieces to a bowl and pour the blended mixture over them. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Using medium heat, fry the plantains in batches on both sides until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with roasted groundnuts.
Notes
- Feel free to add 1-2 tablespoons of water to your blender, to aid with the blending.
Nutrition
Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1014IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg