Wasawasa 2 Ways | Wasawasa Burkina | Thiakry | Degue

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer a similar texture with added nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being healthier.

salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt is less processed and offers trace minerals.

spices

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: dried spices

Dried spices can provide flavor without added calories.

Peel the ripe plantains and slice them thinly.

Soak the plantain slices in lime juice for 10 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Carefully add the plantain slices to the hot oil in batches.

Fry the plantains until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per batch.

Remove the fried plantains with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with salt and desired spices immediately after frying.

Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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