Crispy Jamaican Plantain Fritters
A delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish made with ripened plantains, jamaican spices, and crispy fried exterior.
Ingredients
- ●2 ripe plantainsabout 2-3 inches long
- ●1/2 cup all-purpose flourfor dusting
- ●1 tsp jamaican jerk seasoningadjust to taste
- ●1 eggsbeaten
- ●1/2 cup vegetable oilfor frying
- ●1/4 cup crispy corn flakescrushed for coating
Instructions
- 1
Peel the plantains and slice them into 1-inch rounds.
- 2
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour and jamaican jerk seasoning.
- 3
In a separate dish, beat the eggs.
- 4
Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5
Dip each plantain round into the beaten eggs and then coat in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- 6
Place the coated plantains in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 7
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 8
Immediately sprinkle the crispy corn flakes over the fritters while still warm.
- 9
Serve the fritters hot and enjoy!