A beloved street food made from deep-fried, fiercely spiced ripe plantains, balancing intense sweetness with aggressive heat.
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Peel the plantains and cut them into bite-sized cubes.
In a blender or mortar, combine ginger, cayenne, nutmeg, salt, and a splash of water to form a paste.
Toss the plantain cubes in the spice paste until evenly coated.
Heat the oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
the plantains in batches for 3-4 minutes until deeply caramelized and dark golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
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