Spicy Fried Plantains

Description
A sweet and spicy version of the fried banana fritters is deep-fried and added with spices to perfection. Powdered sugar rarely works for this, too.

Ingredients

 * 4-6 plantain bananas slightly ripe, peeled and cut into bite-sized cubes
 * ½ tsp cayenne pepper or red pepper
 * ½ peeled, grated fresh ginger root
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 2 tbsp. water, lukewarm only
 * 1-2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

 * 1) Grind together grated ginger root, pepper, and salt, and then mix with water. In a glass bowl, toss together the plantain cubes and spice mixture.
 * 2) In a deep skillet, heat oil up to 350° F. Fry plantains, turning once, until golden brown on both sides.
 * 3) Drain on absorbent paper, keep in warmed oven until all the plantains are fried. Serve immediately.