Arañitas de Plátano | Puerto Rican Plantain Fritters

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini provides a similar texture while being lower in calories.

oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

Peel and slice unripe plantains into chunks.

Soak the plantain chunks in water for 10 minutes to soften.

Drain the plantains and place them in a food processor.

Add shrimp, garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the processor.

Pulse until a coarse mixture forms, ensuring shrimp is well incorporated.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add baking powder, egg, and cornstarch.

Mix until well combined and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Scoop tablespoonfuls of the mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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