Keto-Friendly Ghanaian Plantain Fritters with Spicy Peanut Sauce

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Ingredients

• green plantains, almond flour, coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, ground cloves, peanuts, red pepper flakes, water, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, fresh basil, fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare the plantain fritters by peeling and slicing the green plantains into thin rounds. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, and ground cloves. Mix well to create a seasoned coating.
2. Dip each plantain slice in water to remove excess starch, then coat with the seasoned almond flour mixture.
3. In a large frying pan, heat coconut oil over medium high heat. Carefully place coated plantain slices in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Remove from heat and let drain on paper towels.
4. To make the spicy peanut sauce, blend peanuts, red pepper flakes, water, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, fresh basil, and fresh parsley in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
5. Plate the fried plantain fritters in an elegant arrangement on a flat overhead plating, centered dish with soft daylight, and serve alongside the spicy peanut sauce for dipping. For the bottom view, capture a 45 degree cinematic angle with shallow focus, emphasizing food textures.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of sweet and savory flavors creates a delightful sensory experience.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a keto-friendly diet as it replaces traditional flour with almond flour and uses natural sweeteners.