PLANTAIN FRITTERS (ARANITAS)

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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Vegetable oil, for frying
4 garlic cloves
Pinch kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
3 green plantains, peeled and grated on the large holes of a box grater
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Heat 2-inches of oil to 350 degrees F in a heavy skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat. Line a plate with paper towels and set aside.
  • While the oil warms, place the garlic cloves on a cutting board. Slice the cloves in half lengthwise and then smash with the side of a chef's knife. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the garlic and chop and smear the garlic against the cutting board until it makes a paste.
  • Place the grated plantains, garlic paste, and pepper in a large bowl and mix until combined. Using 2 tablespoons scoop out some of the mixture and press it flat with the back of the other spoon. Gently slide it in the hot oil, adding enough balls to fill the pan without overcrowding it. Fry until golden, for 4 to 5 minutes on each side (if the fritters get dark too quickly, lower the temperature of the oil). Using a slotted spoon or frying spider, transfer the aranitas to the paper towel-lined plate to drain. Sprinkle with some more salt and the cilantro and serve warm.

Mithila Rohman Mitu
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I'm definitely going to be making these fritters again. They're a great snack or appetizer.


Danny Selaelo
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These fritters were a great way to use up some ripe plantains. They were easy to make and very delicious.


Yt Rahim
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I'm not a big fan of plantains, but I thought I'd give these fritters a try. I was pleasantly surprised! They were really good.


Selman Krasniqi
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These fritters were easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely make them again.


Ahmed Youssef
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I had a hard time finding ripe plantains at my local grocery store. I ended up using green plantains, and the fritters were a bit too dense.


Kimlyn Ruiters
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These fritters were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if I had used less sugar in the batter.


Ms Akhi
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the fritters turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I served them with a dipping sauce made of sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice.


Dhan kumari Lama
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These fritters were delicious! I used ripe plantains, and they were so sweet and flavorful. I also loved the crispy coating.


Md Bachu
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I've made these fritters a few times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make, and they're always a hit.


pyae phyo maung
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These plantain fritters were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. I loved the sweet and savory flavor of the plantains, and the dipping sauce was the perfect complement.