How To Roast Plantain Without An Oven//How To Make Bole At Home

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: bananas

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture and flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being healthier.

Wash the ripe plantain and ensure it is firm.

Give the plantain a slit on the side and peel off the skin.

Make slits on all sides of the plantain to help spices penetrate.

Place the plantain on a piece of foil paper.

Brush vegetable oil generously over the plantain on both sides.

Sprinkle salt to taste on both sides of the plantain.

Add soya spice on both sides (optional).

Wrap the plantain in foil paper.

Place the wrapped plantain in a non-stick pan on low heat.

Turn the plantain at intervals to ensure all sides are well roasted.

To check if the plantain is done, open the foil paper and look for browning.

In a separate pan, add palm oil and roughly blended habanero and onion.

Add salt to taste and stir, then heat on low for a few minutes.

Set the sauce aside after cooking.

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