How to make the best Tatalé (Plantain Cakes)

February 02, 2020 0 Comments

Ingredients

• 4 ripe soft plantains
• 1 medium ginger root
• 1 Habanero pepper
• 2/3 All purpose flour
• 4 cups vegetable oil
• 2 small white onions

1. Peel and mash plantain until texture has even consistency
2. Blend onions, peppers and ginger in a food processor
3. Add blended spices to mashed plantains and mix well
4. Add flour slowly to mashed plantains to bind the mixture
5. Marinate for 30 - 40 minutes
6. Pour oil in a pot and heat on medium high for 5 to 7 minutes
7. Use a medium-sized ladle to scoop plantain mixture into hot oil
8. Fry each side for 3 minutes or until golden brown
9. Remove cooked tatalé and place on sheet
10. Repeat steps 7, 8, and 9 with remaining plantain mix

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