You will NEVER throw away your ripe plantain after trying this recipe | Kaaklo Ivorian Street Food

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: green plantains

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Green plantains are lower in sugar and can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being healthier.

Add ripe plantains, ginger, onion, Scotch bonnet, and some water into a blender.

Blend the mixture until smooth, adding more water if necessary to ease blending.

Add salt and self-raising flour to the blended mixture, adjusting the amount of flour to achieve desired thickness.

Mix the ingredients by hand to control the consistency of the paste.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, ensuring it's not too hot to prevent burning.

Scoop the mixture and fry in batches, turning frequently to ensure even cooking.

Fry until golden brown and cooked through, then remove from oil.

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