Fluffy, with a crispy crust and soft bit, these fritters can be eaten for dessert or as a luxurious breakfast with hot chocolate.
Place the plantains and eggs in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add the sugar and process again until smooth. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and add the flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing with a rubber spatual until thoroughly combined. The batter will look fluffy, with streaks from the plantains.
Heat 3/4 inch of oil in a 12" skillet over medium heat until very hot but not smoking, 5 to 6 minutes. With a ladle or large spoon, carefully drop a scant 1/3 cup batter for each fritter into the hot oil, taking care to not overcrowd the skillet. Fry the fritters, without moving them, until the bottoms turn golden brown and form a nice crust, about 2 minutes. Turn and continue to fry until the second side is golden brown and crispy 1 1/2 to 2 minutes more. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel lined platter.
Serve the fritters hot or at room temperature with honey, maple syrup, or sugar.
Batter can be made up to 12 hours ahead, covered, and refrigerated.
As you add the batter to the hot oil, you may need to adjust the heat to keep the oil around the edges of the fritters at a happy, steady simmer. Start with medium heat and then turn it up to medium high if need be. If you need to add more oil to keep it at 3/4" deep, be sure to give the new oil a couple minutes to heat up again before you add more fritters.
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Serving Size: 1 (75g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 12 | ||
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Calories: 109 | ||
Calories from Fat: 28 (26%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 3.1g | 4 % | |
Saturated Fat 0.9g | 5 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 1.2g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 0.5g | ||
Cholesterol 106.6mg | 33 % | |
Sodium 4707.7mg | 162 % | |
Potassium 83.8mg | 2 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 14.3g | 4 % | |
Dietary Fiber 0.5g | 2 % | |
Sugars, other 13.9g | ||
Protein 5.6g | 8 % | |
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Calories per serving: 109
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