Kelewele (Spicy Fried Plantains)

Kelewele are a favorite snack in the West African country of Ghana. These spicy fried plantains are coated with onion, ginger, cloves, and chile powder.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 386 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
• 1 small onion, cut into chunks
• 5 ripe plantains, diced into 1/3-inch chunks
• 3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger, or more to taste
• 2 whole cloves, crushed
• 3 tablespoons ground chile pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place plantains in a bowl and pour onion mixture over top. Add chile pepper and salt; mix until plantains are coated.

Step 3

Fry plantains in the hot oil until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-line plate.

Step 4

While the oil is heating, purée onion in a blender until smooth. Stir in ginger and cloves.