Alloco (Fried Ripe Plantains)
SnackCôte d’Ivoire

AllocoFried Ripe Plantains

Ripe plantains fried until golden and tender, then served with onion, tomato, and chile. Alloco is a common Ivorian snack or side dish, with accompaniments varying by cook and region.

Prep

10m

Cook

15m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
1057kcal

Calories

4g

Protein

81g

Fat

91g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4

Plantains

  • 6pcs
    Plantain (peeled and sliced diagonally)

Frying

  • 350ml
    Palm Oil

Plantains

  • 6g
    Salt

Topping

  • 120g
    Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 200g
    Tomato (finely chopped)
  • 1pcs
    Habanero Chili (whole)

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Method

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5 steps
  1. 01

    Heat the palm oil in a deep pan to 175°C (350°F).

  2. 02

    Fry the sliced plantains in batches until deep golden and caramelized on both sides.

  3. 03

    Drain the fried plantains well and season immediately with the salt.

  4. 04

    Arrange the onion, tomato, and whole habanero chili on the side.

  5. 05

    Serve the fried plantains hot with the fresh topping.

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