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Nigerian Street Fries

Cultural Context

Originating from the bustling streets of Nigeria, Nigerian Street Fries are a beloved snack, often enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. These crispy fries are typically seasoned with a blend of spices, making them a flavorful treat that pairs perfectly with various dipping sauces. Today, they are popular not just in Nigeria but have also found a place in street food scenes around the world, showcasing the global love for this simple yet delicious snack.

NigerianNGside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium sweet potatoes
2 cups vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen fries

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor, while frozen fries save prep time.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola oil is often less expensive.

1

Peel and wash sweet potatoes.

2

Cut sweet potatoes into cube sizes or desired shapes.

3

Heat vegetable oil in a pot and add a dash of onions to infuse flavor.

4

Add sweet potatoes to the oil and a little bit of water to help cook them inside.

5

Fry the sweet potatoes until crispy on the outside and cooked on the inside.

6

Set aside the fried sweet potatoes.

7

Season panla fish with salt and shape it into a circular form.

8

Fry the seasoned fish in the same oil until golden brown on each side.

9

Reduce the oil and add a lot of onions to fry for a few seconds.

10

Pour in boiled tomato mix and stir, frying for about 5 to 10 minutes.

11

Season the tomato sauce lightly with salt and chicken seasoning cubes, then stir and allow to fry more.

Cooking Techniques

frying

Equipment Needed

deep fryerlarge potslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

ChipsNigerian Chips

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