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Gonja (Ugandan Fried Plantains)

Name: Gonja (Ugandan Fried Plantains)
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe plantains; Vegetable oil, for frying; Salt, to taste

Gonja is a delightful and popular snack loved by many in Ugandan cuisine. These sweet and savory fried plantains are a staple street food, enjoyed as a quick treat or a side dish to accompany main meals.

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Ingredients

Makes

2 ripe plantains
Vegetable oil, for frying
Salt, to taste

Ingredients for 3 servings (535 g) · the original recipe

Method

1
Begin by peeling the ripe plantains and cutting them into diagonal slices about ½ inch thick. You can choose to slice them straight or at an angle for a different presentation.
2
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. The oil should be deep enough to submerge the plantain slices.
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3
Carefully add the plantain slices to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the plantains for about 2–3 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy.
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4
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried plantains from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
5
While the plantains are still hot, sprinkle them with a pinch of salt to enhance their flavor.
6
Serve the gonja while warm as a delightful and irresistible snack or side dish.

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