Kelewele

Kelewele is a popular and flavorful snack from Ghana made from fried plantains seasoned with ginger, garlic, and chili peppers. Here is a simple recipe to prepare kelewele at home:

Ingredients: - 2 ripe plantains - 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated - 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon of chili powder or 1-2 fresh hot chili peppers, minced - Salt to taste - Vegetable oil for frying Instructions: 1. Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into bite-sized cubes or chunks. Place the plantain pieces in a mixing bowl. 2. In a separate bowl, mix the grated ginger, minced garlic, chili powder or minced chili peppers, and salt together to create a spice blend. 3. Add the spice blend to the plantain pieces and toss to coat evenly. Make sure the plantain pieces are well coated with the seasoning mixture. 4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer over medium-high heat. You will want enough oil to fully submerge the plantain pieces.

5. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the seasoned plantain pieces to the hot oil. Fry the plantains in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. 6. Fry the plantains until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, flipping them occasionally to ensure even cooking. 7. Once the plantains are cooked, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. 8. Serve the hot and crispy kelewele as a snack on its own or as a side dish with your favorite main course. Enjoy your homemade kelewele, a delicious and spicy Ghanaian snack that is sure to delight your taste buds!