Name: Spicy Ghanaian Kelewele (Ginger Plantain Bites)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 19 min
Total time: 29 min
Ingredients: 4 whole Ripe plantains; 2 tbsp Fresh ginger; 0.25 whole Red onion; 1 piece Scotch bonnet pepper; 0.5 tsp Salt; 2 cups Vegetable oil; 1 tbsp Water

Ingredients (7)

Ingredient	Qty	Cal	P	C	F
Ripe plantains	4 whole	291	3g	76g	1g
Fresh ginger	2 tbsp	4	0g	1g	0g
Red onion	0.25 whole	4	0g	1g	0g
Scotch bonnet pepper	1 piece	1	0g	0g	0g
Salt	0.5 tsp	0	0g	0g	0g
Vegetable oil	2 cups	1285	0g	0g	145g
Water	1 tbsp	0	0g	0g	0g

Directions

Step 1
Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into bite-sized cubes or chunks.
Step 2
Blend fresh ginger, red onion, scotch bonnet pepper, and salt with 1 tablespoon of water into a smooth paste. This is your marinade.
Step 3
In a bowl, toss the plantain cubes with the ginger-chili marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes (or longer for more flavor).
Step 4
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Step 5
Carefully add the marinated plantains in batches to the hot oil. Fry for 5-7 minutes, turning frequently, until golden brown, crispy, and caramelized.
Step 6
Remove the kelewele with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot as a snack or side.