{"id":272796,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T00:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/plantain-fritters\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T08:10:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T13:10:06","slug":"plantain-fritters","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/plantain-fritters\/","title":{"rendered":"Plantain Fritters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A few years back, I went on a two-week trip to Puerto Rico. The most wonderful thing I ate was mofongo, a dish made with unripe plantains mashed with crispy pork cracklings and garlic. Since then, I&#8217;ve been excited to try every plantain recipe I can get my hands on, like this one for plantain fritters.<\/p>\n<p>You can dress up these fritters with spices or sauces and serve them alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cuisines\/african\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cuisines\/african\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">African<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/caribbean-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/caribbean-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Caribbean recipes<\/a> like braised meat or stew. Once you learn how to make plantain fritters, they may become your new go-to side dish. Serve the slightly sweet, perfectly crispy fritters with weekend dinners, or use them as fun plantain appetizers for dinner parties.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Plantain Fritters<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Plantains: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/plantain-vs-banana\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/plantain-vs-banana\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Plantains and bananas<\/a> look alike because the plants are in the same fruit family. Plantains are typically larger than bananas and have thicker skin, pointier ends and a more angular shape. You can buy them at any stage of ripeness, but yellow, unripe plantains work best for tostones recipes (like these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-plantains\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-plantains\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">air-fryer plantains<\/a>). Ripe plantains with black peels and very little remaining yellow are best for this recipe. In a pinch, you can use ripe bananas instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Self-rising flour:<\/strong> This blended mix contains flour, salt and leavening agents like baking powder. You can buy it at the store or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-self-rising-flour\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-self-rising-flour\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">make self-rising flour<\/a> at home.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> Go for a white or yellow onion for these plantain appetizers. If you want a stronger flavor, you could use a medium onion instead of a small one.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt and pepper: <\/strong>Plantains are mild and starchy in flavor, so we add salt and pepper for some depth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oil for frying: <\/strong>Make sure to use an oil that can stand up to higher temperatures, like canola oil (or any of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-oils-frying\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-oils-frying\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best oils for frying<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Blend the batter<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2125647\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Plantain-Fritters_FT25_33414_JR_0312_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Sliced plantains in a blender jar, with additional unpeeled plantain slices and a knife on a wooden cutting board. The background is a light blue surface.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Josh Rink for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Place the plantains in a food processor. Cover and process until smooth.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:\u00a0<\/em>We like using a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/blender-vs-food-processor\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/blender-vs-food-processor\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">food processor vs. blender<\/a>. The wide, flat base makes it easier to make the fritter dough without having to constantly scrape down the sides. If you don&#8217;t have a food processor, you could mash the plantains by hand in a large mortar and pestle.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2125648\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Plantain-Fritters_FT25_33414_JR_0312_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"A blender filled with ingredients, including onion slices and spices, sits on a blue surface. Next to it are a spatula with some residue on a round plate and a small bowl of salt.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Josh Rink for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the flour, onion, salt and pepper. Cover and process until blended. The batter should be moist.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Fry the fritters<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2125649\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Plantain-Fritters_FT25_33414_JR_0312_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"A pot of hot oil is used to fry golden hush puppies. A wire skimmer holds several cooked hush puppies above the pot. On the left is a bowl of uncooked batter, and on the right is a tray of cooked hush puppies on paper towels.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Josh Rink for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1\/4 inch of oil to 375\u00b0F. Carefully drop the batter by tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into the hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about one minute per side. Drain on paper towels.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip: <\/em>No worries if you don&#8217;t have an electric skillet or a fryer. A heavy saucepan and a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/why-you-need-an-instant-read-meat-thermometer\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/why-you-need-an-instant-read-meat-thermometer\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">instant-read thermometer<\/a> will work here nicely. No matter what pan you use, make sure to cook the plantain fritters in batches so that you don&#8217;t overcrowd the pan.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2125651\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Plantain-Fritters_FT25_33414_JR_0312_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"A tray filled with golden-brown, crispy hush puppies arranged neatly on a checkered paper. The hush puppies appear freshly fried, exhibiting a textured surface against a light blue background.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Josh Rink for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Plantain Fritters Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Spice up the fritters: <\/strong>For an extra kick, add minced garlic, sliced chiles, smoky chipotle chili powder or a few dashes of hot sauce to the food processor when you make the batter. You could add grated fresh ginger too.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make a sweet version: <\/strong>Leave out the onions and add brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg to the batter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add a sauce:<\/strong> For a zingy dip to complement your fritters, use the mojo sauce from our recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/yuca-frita-con-mojo\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/yuca-frita-con-mojo\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">yuca frita con mojo<\/a>. A garlicky, spicy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-aioli\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-aioli\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">aioli<\/a> or a bright <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/chimichurri-sauce-recipe\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/chimichurri-sauce-recipe\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">chimichurri sauce<\/a> would also be wonderful choices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Plantain Fritters<\/h2>\n<p>Fried foods taste best when eaten fresh out of the hot oil, but it&#8217;s perfectly safe to store leftover plantain fritters in the fridge. I like to keep mine in a tightly sealed container lined with paper towels to absorb excess moisture.<\/p>\n<h3>How long do plantain fritters last?<\/h3>\n<p>Plantain fritters last up to four days in the fridge. However, they will get soggy over time, so you may want to gobble them up in a day or so.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you reheat plantain fritters?<\/h3>\n<p>To reheat these plantain appetizers, warm a little bit of oil in a well-seasoned pan. When it&#8217;s hot, add the fritters and cook them until warm and crisp, turning them a few times to heat each side.<\/p>\n<h2>Plantain Fritter Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2125652\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Plantain-Fritters_FT25_33414_JR_0312_6.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Golden brown hush puppies on a white grid-patterned surface. Some hush puppies are whole while others are cut in half, revealing their soft, moist interior. The texture looks crispy on the outside.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Josh Rink for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How can you tell if a plantain is ripe enough for plantain fritters?<\/h3>\n<p>You&#8217;ll know if the plantain is ripe enough when the peel is mostly black with little yellow remaining. The flesh should be slightly firm to the touch. Plantains are edible when green or yellow, but unripe plantains are more starchy than sweet, and the flesh is dryer and denser.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make plantain fritters without self-rising flour?<\/h3>\n<p>You can make plantain fritters without self-rising flour, but they have the fluffiest, lightest texture when the batter contains baking powder (as self-rising flour does). The leavening agent is how plantain fritters puff up in the hot oil. You can make homemade self-rising flour by mixing 1-1\/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1\/4 teaspoon salt in a 1-cup measuring cup. Then, fill the cup the rest of the way with flour.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make plantain fritters into different shapes?<\/h3>\n<p>Because this is a soft, leavened batter, it will puff up into balls when you cook it, so it&#8217;s not easy to form into different shapes.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with plantain fritters?<\/h3>\n<p>Plantain fritters are common in parts of Africa, so I like to serve them alongside dishes like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/tomato-garlic-lentil-bowls\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/tomato-garlic-lentil-bowls\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tomato-garlic lentil bowl<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/african-beef-curry\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/african-beef-curry\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">African beef curry<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/west-african-chicken-stew\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/west-african-chicken-stew\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">West African peanut stew<\/a>. This type of fritter is also part of the cuisine in various Caribbean countries, so the plantain appetizers would be great with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-pollo-de-coco\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-pollo-de-coco\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pollo de coco<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/jamaican-ham-and-bean-soup\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/jamaican-ham-and-bean-soup\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jamaican ham and bean soup<\/a>, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caribbean-shrimp-rice-bowl\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/caribbean-shrimp-rice-bowl\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Caribbean shrimp and rice bowl<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Simple yet surprisingly delicious, these ripe plantain fritters are an excellent accompaniment to an African or Caribbean stew or braise. 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