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“Exquisite Vegan Nigerian Plantain Chips Recipe: A Mouthwatering and Crispy Snack!”

Discover this exquisite and easy-to-make vegan Nigerian plantain chips recipe that's perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying on your own. These mouthwatering and aromatic crispy snacks will be sure to delight your senses while being a cinematic, sensory experience on your plate. Enjoy this delectable dish with friends and family as you indulge in its rich flavors and textures.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 20 minutes - Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Nigerian, Vegan

Allergens

Wheat (Gluten)

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe but firm plantains
  • 1 cup all
  • purpose flour
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Peel the plantains and slice them into thin, 1/4 inch thick rounds.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt until well combined.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
  4. Carefully dip each plantain round into the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  5. Add the coated plantain rounds to the hot oil in batches, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy, approximately 3 4 minutes per batch.
  6. Remove the fried plantain chips from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve immediately while still hot and crispy.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect plantain chips is using ripe but firm plantains and frying them in the right temperature oil.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for vegan and vegetarian diets.

Cultural or Historical Background

Plantain chips are a popular snack across Nigeria, enjoyed at various social gatherings and events.