Plantain Perfection
Plantain Perfection is a classic Ghanaian dish that showcases the versatility of plantains. This recipe combines the sweetness of ripe plantains with savory spices to create a mouthwatering dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or a side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into diagonal slices.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the plantain slices to the skillet and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, mix the salt and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle the mixture over the fried plantains.
- Serve the plantains hot 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
- 35g
- Fiber
- 3g
- Protein
- 1g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Large skillet Sharp knife Cutting board Paper towels
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Plantain Perfection is best served hot and pairs well with a side of spicy pepper sauce or a cool yogurt dip.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use ripe plantains with yellow skin and some black spots for natural sweetness.
Cost
$5