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Liberian Fried Plantains with Beans

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Liberian fried plantains with beans is a popular and delicious dish in Liberia. It combines the sweet and savory flavors of ripe plantains with the heartiness of cooked beans. This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe plantains
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked beans (black-eyed peas or kidney beans)
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1
    Peel the ripe plantains and cut them into diagonal slices, about ½ inch thick.
  2. 2
    In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Fry the plantain slices in batches until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried plantains to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  4. 4
    In the same frying pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant.
  5. 5
    Add the cooked beans to the pan and mix well with the onions and garlic.
  6. 6
    Season the beans with ground paprika, ground black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir to coat the beans evenly with the spices.
  7. 7
    Cook the bean mixture for a few minutes until it is heated through.
  8. 8
    Serve the fried plantains alongside the seasoned beans and enjoy this delightful and flavorful Liberian dish.
Method
Frying

Recipe Attribution

Wikibooks Cookbook
en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Liberian_Fried_Plantains_with_Beans