Ghana | Snack

Kelewele

Spiced fried plantain cubes seasoned with ginger, chilli, and cloves. Crispy outside, sweet and soft inside — Ghana's favourite evening street snack.

Country
Ghana
Region
West Africa
Time
25 min
Serves
4
Level
easy
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Recipe overview

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Kelewele vendors are a common sight on Ghanaian streets at dusk. The combination of sweet ripe plantain with warming spices makes it irresistibly addictive.

What the dish tastes like

Spiced fried plantain cubes seasoned with ginger, chilli, and cloves. Crispy outside, sweet and soft inside — Ghana's favourite evening street snack.

When to cook it

Best for Evening snack, with a easy cooking level and about 25 minutes total.

What to serve alongside it

Roasted peanuts

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Servings: 4

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How to cook it

Step-by-step instructions

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1
Season the plantain
Combine plantain cubes with ginger, cayenne, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Toss and let sit 10 minutes.
Plantains should be ripe with black spots.
Marinate 10:00
2
Heat the oil
Heat oil to 180C. Test with a small piece — it should sizzle immediately.
3
Fry the kelewele
Fry in batches for 3-4 minutes per batch until golden brown and crispy.
Fry plantain 04:00
4
Drain and serve
Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with roasted peanuts.
Best eaten immediately while still hot.

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