How to make Tatale | Spiced Plantain Pancakes Recipe

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide a similar sweetness with more nutrients.

smoked fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while sunflower oil is budget-friendly.

beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are high in protein and cook faster than beans.

Peel the plantains and mash them in a bowl.

Blend spices (garlic, ginger, pepper, onion) and add to the mashed plantains.

Add chopped scallions and mix well.

Add a pinch of salt and optional herbs, then mix again.

Gradually mix in 1/2 cup of plain flour.

Add 1 egg (optional) to the mixture and combine thoroughly.

Preheat a pan on medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Add 2 tablespoons of the batter to the pan and spread it slightly.

Fry each side for about 5 minutes, flipping back and forth to ensure even cooking.

Remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a plate.

Garnish with onions and scallions before serving.

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