PLANTAIN FRITTERS

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These golden brown plantain fritters are a favorite in West Africa, where my aunt served as a missionary for 45 years. Make sure the plantains are very ripe, or substitute bananas instead. -Heather Ewald, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large ripe plantains or bananas, peeled
1 cup self-rising flour
1 small onion, cut into wedges
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • Place plantains in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Add the flour, onion, salt and pepper; cover and process until blended (batter will be moist). , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Drop tablespoonfuls of batter, a few at a time, into hot oil. Cook until golden brown, 1 minute on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Haseeb Shamakhail
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These fritters are a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Reuben Sun
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I love the flavor of these fritters. They're the perfect snack or side dish.


Bradley Munson
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These fritters are so easy to make, and they're so delicious. I'm definitely going to be making them again.


Esihle Nyamani
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I've never had plantain fritters before, but these were delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Bo Podiluk
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These fritters are a great way to get your kids to eat plantains. My kids love them!


Ruth kidi Siziba
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I love these fritters! They're so crispy and flavorful. I always make a double batch because they disappear so quickly.


Sneha Chamling Rai
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These fritters are the perfect way to use up ripe plantains. They're easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Samiu Kamal
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I was a bit skeptical about these fritters at first, but I'm so glad I tried them! They're so flavorful and addictive. I couldn't stop eating them.


Luna Depaz
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These fritters are delicious! The plantain flavor really shines through, and the spices give them a nice kick. I served them with a dipping sauce, and they were a big hit.


Rose Earl
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I've made these fritters several times now, and they always turn out great. They're so easy to make, and they're a delicious snack or side dish.


annette Staggenborg
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These plantain fritters were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


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