Fried Plantain Chips With Spicy Peanut Dip
Fried Plantain Chips with Spicy Peanut Dip is a popular snack in Guinean cuisine, known for its delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors. This recipe is perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a tasty treat at home.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and slice them thinly using a knife or mandoline.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the plantain slices in batches until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt.
- In a food processor, combine the roasted peanuts, garlic, red pepper flakes, honey, and water. Blend until smooth to make the spicy peanut dip.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve with the fried plantain chips.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Frying pan Knife Food processor
Tools
Mandoline (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Fried Plantain Chips with Spicy Peanut Dip as an appetizer for a party or as a snack for a movie night.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, sprinkle the fried plantain chips with a pinch of cayenne pepper before serving.
Cost
$5