Plantain Fritters (Caribbean) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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The original of this slightly tweaked recipe was found on the internet at the . Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
2 teaspoons baking powder |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
2 eggs |
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted |
1/2 cup milk |
2 cups plantains, cut into small pieces |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, slightly mash the plantains, then set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder & salt.
3. In a small bowl, beat in the eggs until fluffy.
4. To the flour mixture add the beaten eggs, crushed red pepper & butter & then the milk, beating with a fork until the mixture is smooth.
5. Stir in the mashed plantains, & add more milk if necessary ~ Batter should be of a dropping consistency.
6. Drop by spoonfuls into preheated deep fat at 375 degrees F & fry 4-5 minutes, or until evenly browned. Serve hot.
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