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Kelewele

Cultural Context

Kelewele is a beloved street food from Ghana, made from ripe plantains seasoned with a blend of spices. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or side dish, it reflects the vibrant flavors of West African cuisine. Today, Kelewele has gained popularity beyond Ghana, often served at parties and gatherings, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the region.

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4 servings
Servings4
4 ripe plantains
2 cups vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar

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1

Millicent shows how to prepare the fried plantains called kelly willy.

2

She mentions that the plantains can be roasted or fried, but focuses on the fried version in the video.

3

She adds that you can add a little bit of sugar to the water to reduce bitterness when cooking.

4

Millicent prepares the kelly willy and serves it with a toothpick.

Equipment Needed

deep panslotted spoon

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

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