Fried Plantains Recipe with Hot Pepper Sauce
Experience the delightful fusion of sweetness and spice with our Fried Plantains Recipe with Hot Pepper Sauce. This dish features perfectly crispy, golden plantains paired with a zesty hot pepper sauce that elevates the flavor profile to new heights. Ideal for any occasion, from casual family dinners to lively gatherings with friends, this recipe is both easy to prepare and impressively vibrant. With customizable heat levels, you can enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness tailored to your palate. Serve it as an appetizer, side dish, or complement it with your favorite proteins for a satisfying main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: African
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe plantains
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes
- 3 medium onions
- 1 or 2 scotch bonnet peppers
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1-inch ginger
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt (to taste)
- Tomato paste
Instructions
- Prepare the hot pepper sauce by blending onions, tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and ginger in a food processor until roughly chopped.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan and cook the blended mixture for 10–15 minutes until flavorful.
- Stir in tomato paste and seasonings; simmer until thickened.
- Peel and slice plantains into 1-inch pieces, season with salt.
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan to 375°F (190°C) and fry plantains until golden brown on each side.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm alongside the hot pepper sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg