Crispy Gluten-Free Caribbean Fried Plantain Bites with Mango Dip
Discover this scrumptious gluten-free Caribbean Fried Plantain Bites recipe paired with a refreshing mango dip. Indulge in the perfect blend of mouthwatering textures and tropical flavors with this easy-to-follow recipe, ideal for a party or potluck.
Allergens
Gluten (in the form of gluten-free all-purpose flour)
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe plantains
- 1 cup gluten
- free all
- purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup water
- Salt to taste
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into bite sized pieces, about 2 inches long.
- In a medium bowl, combine the gluten free flour, water, and salt to create a batter. Mix well until smooth.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Dip each plantain piece into the batter, coating it evenly, then carefully place it into the hot oil.
- Fry the plantains in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, combine diced mangoes, lime juice, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, and ground allspice to prepare the mango dip.
- Arrange the fried plantain bites on a serving platter and serve with the mango dip on the side.
Chef’s Insight
For an extra kick of spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the gluten-free batter or mango dip.
Notes
The batter can be made ahead of time to save time during the cooking process.