Kelewele

Kelewele is Ghana's favourite spiced fried plantain — cubed ripe plantain tossed with ginger, chilli, and sometimes nutmeg, then deep-fried until crispy and caramelised. Perfect as a snack or side.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe plantains
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon chilli powder or 1 scotch bonnet (minced)
• Pinch of nutmeg
• Salt to taste
• Oil for deep frying
• Roasted peanuts (for serving)

Directions

1. Peel ripe plantains and cut into cubes or chunks.
2. In a bowl, mix ginger, chilli, salt, and a pinch of nutmeg.
3. Toss plantain pieces in the spice mixture until well coated.
4. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
5. Fry plantain in batches until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
6. Drain on paper towels.
7. Serve hot as a snack with roasted peanuts, or as a side dish.