Ghanaian Gluten-Free Plantain Fritters with Groundnut Sauce

Allergens

None (gluten-free)

Ingredients

• Ripe plantains (4)
• Gluten
• free all
• purpose flour (1 cup)
• Baking powder (1 tsp)
• Salt (1/2 tsp)
• Water (1 cup)
• Groundnut (peanut) butter (1/3 cup)
• Groundnut oil (for frying)
• Onion (1, finely chopped)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Tomato paste (2 tbsp)
• Chicken or vegetable broth (1 1/2 cups)
• Crushed red pepper (to taste)
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten free all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add water and mix until you get a smooth batter.
2. Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into 1 inch thick slices.
3. Dip the plantain slices in the prepared batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
4. In a deep frying pan, heat groundnut oil over medium high heat. Carefully slide the battered plantains into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, approximately 2 3 minutes per side. Remove from oil and let drain on paper towels.
5. For the groundnut sauce, heat a bit of groundnut oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent. Add tomato paste, stirring to combine. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the groundnut butter and crushed red pepper. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. To serve, place plantain fritters on a platter and spoon the groundnut sauce over them. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

For added crunch, double-dip the plantains in the batter before frying.

Notes

Serve immediately while the fritters are still warm and crispy.