4plantainsripe but not past ripe, peeled and cut into bite-sized slices
1-2teaspoonCayenne pepper or ½ teaspoon of red-pepper
½teaspoonpeeled grated fresh gingerroot
1teaspoonsalt
2tablespoonswater
Palm oil or vegetable oil to fry
chopped roasted peanuts to garnish
Instructions
) Grind together grated ginger root, pepper, and salt and mix them in water
) In a glass bowl toss together the plantain cubes and spice mixture
) In a deep skillet, heat oil (just deep enough to allow plantains to float) to 350 degrees. Fry plantains, turning once, until golden brown on both sides. Fry in batches, don't overcrowd the pan.