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Nigeria

Fried Unripe Plantain (Nigerian Green Plantain)

Fried unripe plantain is prepared from unripe plantain, hence the name green plantain. It is served with fried yam, egg sauce or fried potatoes.

Suits: Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian. Flags come from what shops, restaurants and cooks list and from the ingredient names. Always check the label. This is not medical advice.

Ingredients

  • Unripe plantain, peeled
  • Ground pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Vegetable oil

Method

  1. Slice unripe plantain into small rounds, then season with ground pepper and salt to taste.
  2. Heat enough vegetable oil in a pan for deep-frying.
  3. Deep-fry plantain, ensuring all sides are golden and cooked.
  4. Remove from oil, and serve hot with fried yam and egg sauce.