Let’s Make The Authentic Ghana Etor | Otor | Mashed Sweet Plantains | Mashed Sweet & Spicy Plantain

groundnut paste

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Peanut butter is more accessible and provides a similar flavor.

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: bananas

Sweet potatoes offer a similar texture and flavor profile.

cassava

🥗Healthier: potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Potatoes are widely available and can substitute well.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and still healthy.

Peel and chop the plantains and cassava into chunks.

Boil the plantains and cassava in salted water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Drain the boiled plantains and cassava.

Mash the boiled plantains and cassava together until smooth.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions in the oil until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add groundnut paste to the sautéed onions and stir well.

Combine the mashed plantains and cassava with the groundnut mixture.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.

Serve warm as a main dish or side.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens