Kelewele is a popular Ghanian snack dish of fried spicy plantain. If all you are used to is the regular fried plantain, just get your tastebuds ready for the next level in this plantain business.
The combination of seasonings and spices combined with the sweet ripe plantain create a flavor profile that is just amazing!!!
The best part of it is that you may not need a lot ingredients beyond what's already in your pantry.
INGREDIENTS
5 ripe plantains
Thumb sized fresh ginger, grated or crushed
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chilli flakes*
Garlic to your taste
Vegetable Oil for frying
*Adjust the quantity depending on the number of people you are serving, I'll be using 5 plantains for 5 people as it would be a main dish for some of my family.
*Fresh scotch bonnet/ ata rodo can also be used
I begin by crushing my garlic and ginger together in my little mortar and setting it aside.
*Spices can also be blended in your electric blender especially if using fresh peppers, remember to use as little water as possible if going for that option.
Slice your plantains diagonally (you can also cut into cubes)
Begin adding your spices and seasonings to the sliced plantain. Here you see me add the crushed garlic and ginger, then some seasalt.
*Use any salt of your choice.
I add the chilli flakes into the mix...
Mix thoroughly to ensure the seasoning goes round well.
Cover and set aside the mixture for about 10 minutes to allow the flavours combine well and for the plantain to absorb it all well.
Heat up your oil and begin frying.
Depending on the heat and your quantity, it should start turning golden brown in about 7 minutes. Bring out of the oil and put on paper towels to absorb excess oil or a colander to drain off the excess oil.
Serve you delicious treat as you please. I served mine with some mackerel spicy stew!
Bon Appetit!!!
