Today I am sharing an absolutely lip smacking street food from Tunisia .Fried Plantain (Tunisian Style) is a very popular from this African Nation. It takes just 20 minutes to put this together and serve.I can’t wait to try popular Vegetarian street foods from all over the world.
Some Popular Street Foods from Africa:
There are many countries in African Continent. Each country has a unique taste and culture. We are spoiled for choices.Street Food is mostly sold by the locals.African street food is not only delicious and spicy, but it is rich in history and diversity, dating back to ancient times. The more you explore about this culture the more you learn. Their culture is very unique and interesting. Some cultures and food are influenced by the settlement of immigrants.Now they are well settled for generations.List of some popular street food from Africa:
Boboti from South Africa
Poulet Yassa from Senegal
Fried Mopani Worms from Zimbabwe
Boerie Roll from South Africa
Kachi Keri from Kenya
Kelewele from Ghana
Bessara from Morocco
Suya from Nigeria
Bunny Chow from South Africa
Mofo Gasy from Madagascar
Chebakia from Morocco
Rolex from Uganda
Ethiopian Coffee from Ethiopia
The list goes on ……………………………
Ingredients for Fried Plantain (Tunisian Style):
Ripe Plantain–We need ripe but firm plantains. I have used the local Pisang Raja variety.
Dried Red Chillies–Gives some spice kick to the fried fritters
Salt– Use as per taste.Main Ingredient of this dish.
Oil–Use any non flavored oil for frying.
Zaatar spice–Gives a nice flavor and taste to the dish.
Recipe for Fried Plantain (Tunisian Style):
Author: Preethi Prasad
Prep Time : 5 Mins
Cook Time : 15 Mins
Total Time : 20 mins
Course : Street Food
Cuisine :African
Ingredients for Fried Plantain (Tunisian Style):
2 Ripe but firm Plantains(Pisang Raja Variety)
Salt to taste
2 Dry Red Chillies
1 Tbsp Zaatar Spice
Oil for Frying
Method:
Peel and Slice the ripe plantain into thick slices
Dry roast the red chillies and grind them to fine powder
Heat oil in a wide Pan.
Once the oil is hot deep fry the plantain slices on medium heat until golden brown on all sides.
Ensure not to burn
Remove the fried plantain slices on a paper tower and let the excess oil drain.
In a bowl mix salt ,zaatar spice and chilli powder and toss the fried plantains in this mixture.
Fried Plantain Tunisian Style looks so tempting. What an easy snack to prepare and tasty sounding with the chilis and za’atar. Street food world over tends to be so yummy.
Fried Plantain is quite new to me, this looks a delectable snack. Addition of zataar spice must have given a wonderful taste to it.
That zatar n chilly kick to this street food must be another level of food ! Amazing share and so many many street foods for us to choose from ❤️
Fried Plantain Tunisian Style looks so tempting. What an easy snack to prepare and tasty sounding with the chilis and za’atar. Street food world over tends to be so yummy.