How to Make Pepper Fried Plantain Fo a Quick Easy Snack! Nigerian Peppered Fried Plantain Recipe

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being healthier.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity.

Peel the ripe plantains and slice them into cubes.

Transfer the plantain into a bowl and season with salt, stirring to combine.

Preheat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Add chopped onion to the oil for flavor (optional).

Transfer the seasoned plantains into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Once the plantains are golden brown, transfer them to a tray lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

In a separate pan, heat and then turn off the heat before adding the fried plantains.

Add paprika and chili flakes to the plantains and stir until well coated.

Serve the peppered fried plantains as a snack, optionally with peanuts.

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