Kelewele (Ghanaian Spiced Fried Plantain)

• 4 ripe plantains, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 tbspginger, grated
• 2 clovesgarlic, minced
• 1/2 yellow onion, grated
• 1 tspcayenne
• 1/4 tspground nutmeg
• 1/4 tspground cloves
• 1 tspsalt
• 1 cupvegetable oil, for frying

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Method

1. 1

   Mix ginger, garlic, onion, cayenne, nutmeg, cloves, and salt with 1 tbsp water.

2. 2

   Toss the plantain cubes in the paste. Marinate 20-30 min.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat to about 350°F. Fry in two batches, 3-4 min, until dark golden and crisp at the edges.

4. 4

   Drain on paper towels and serve hot as a snack or alongside rice and beans.