Plantain Appetizer

== Ingredients ==
* 6 large green plantains, peeled
* 2 cups vegetable oil
* 2 tablespoons water
* 1 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1½ teaspoons salt
* ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
== Directions ==
# Slice the plantains at an angle to produce longer, larger slices, about 2 inches each.
# Heat the oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
# Combine the water, ginger, ½ teaspoon of the salt, and the pepper in a small bowl.
# Drop the plantain slices into the ginger mixture.
# Coat each slice evenly.
# Shake off any excess liquid and drop the slices into the hot oil.
# Fry until the slices are golden brown.
# Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon to a paper towel—covered plate to drain.
# Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon salt.
# Serve hot.
Category:Ghanaian Appetizers
Category:Plantain Recipes
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