Kelewele Carnival
Kelewele is a popular Ghanaian street food made from ripe plantains seasoned with spices and deep-fried to perfection. This Kelewele Carnival recipe adds a fun twist to the traditional dish, making it perfect for gatherings and parties.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the plantain chunks, grated ginger, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, and salt. Toss to coat the plantains evenly with the spices.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the seasoned plantains to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the fried plantains from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the Kelewele hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Deep-frying
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Large bowl Deep pot or fryer Paper towels
Tools
Knife Grater
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kelewele Carnival with a side of spicy pepper sauce or a cool yogurt dip for a delightful contrast of flavors.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispiness, make sure the plantains are thoroughly dried before seasoning and frying.
Cost
$5