Fried Plantains With Spicy Tomato Sauce
Fried plantains with spicy tomato sauce is a popular dish in Guinean cuisine, known for its delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a quick and flavorful snack or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the plantain slices until golden brown, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion, tomatoes, and scotch bonnet pepper until softened.
- Add the paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and grated ginger to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and water, then simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Serve the fried plantains with the spicy tomato sauce on the side.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Frying pan Saucepan Knife Cutting board Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the fried plantains with spicy tomato sauce as a snack or side dish alongside grilled meats or fish.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Make sure the plantains are ripe but not overly soft for the best texture and flavor.
Cost
$8