Plantain Puffs

1. 1

   Wash the plantain and peel off the skin using a knife.

2. 2

   Chop the plantain into chunks and blend in a blender with the egg.

3. 3

   Or you can mash the plantain and egg in a bowl with a fork until a good blend is achieved Add flour, a dash of salt and pepper and the cinnamon.

4. 4

   Mix thoroughly with a fork until well incorporated.

5. 5

   Let the batter stand for about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

7. 7

   Once the oil is hot (you can test it by adding a drip of batter into it and it should sizzle), scoop the batter with a cookie scoop and form a ball with your thumb and first index finger.

8. 8

   Drop the scoops of batter into the oil leaving space between them.

9. 9

   Fry the balls until golden brown all round.

10. 10

    Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain excess oil.

11. 11

    Repeat cooking the rest.

12. 12

    Serve with hot sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.