Ghanaian

Fried Plantain with Groundnut Sauce and Rice

Name: Fried Plantain with Groundnut Sauce and Rice
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Ghanaian
Ingredients: 2 ripe plantains; 1/2 cup groundnuts; 2 cups water; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 green chili; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1 teaspoon thyme; salt to taste; 1 cup rice

Crispy fried plantain served with a rich groundnut sauce and steamed rice.

40 minutes2 servings

Method

Peel and slice plantains into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Heat oil in a pan and fry plantains until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
In a blender, combine groundnuts, water, onion, garlic, chili, and thyme. Blend until smooth.
Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, then stir in coconut milk and salt. Serve with rice and fried plantains.

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