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HOW TO MAKE & FRY SPICY FRIED PLANTAIN |KELEWELE RECIPE |PLANTAIN RECIPE |popular Ghana street snack

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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 spring onions
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 teaspoon cloves
4 cloves garlic
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper corns
2 inches ginger
1 onion
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Blend spring onions, rosemary, cloves, garlic, fresh pepper, dry pepper, black pepper corns, ginger, and onion together.

2

Peel the plantain and cut it into desired shapes.

3

Marinate the cut plantain with the blended spices and add nutmeg and salt.

4

Refrigerate the marinated plantain for about 1 hour.

5

Heat oil in a pan and fry the marinated plantain on high heat until golden brown, about 10 to 15 minutes.

Equipment Needed

blenderdeep panslotted spoon

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

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