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.