Plantain Fritter Fiesta
Plantain Fritter Fiesta is a popular dish in Guyanese cuisine, featuring ripe plantains mixed with spices and fried to golden perfection. These fritters are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and mash the ripe plantains in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the mashed plantains, milk, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Spoon the plantain batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the plantain fritters warm and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Frying pan Mixing bowls Spoon Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the plantain fritters with a side of spicy mango salsa for a burst of tropical flavors.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use ripe plantains with yellow skin and some black spots for natural sweetness.
Cost
$5