Citrus Plantain Fritters

Ingredients

FOR THE FRITTERS:

2 ripe plantains

½ cup cilantro, chopped

2 limes, juiced

1 TSP Garlic Powder

1 TSP Paprika

1 TSP Onion Powder

1 TSP Pepper

1 TSP Salt

1 egg

¼ cup All-Purpose Flour

4 TBSP Olive Oil

FOR THE AIOLI:

¼ cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt

2 TSP Paprika

1 TSP Garlic Powder

Juice of ½ a lime

Preparation

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a medium bowl, mash plantains with a fork or a potato masher until no large chunks remain. Add cilantro, spices, egg and flour. Mix together until completely combined.

In a large frying pan, add olive oil. Turn on medium high heat. Once oil is shimmering, add ¼ cup of plantain batter per fritter to oil. Each batch should consist of about 4-5 fritters so as not to overcrowd pan. Once fritters are golden brown (usually takes 30 seconds-1 minute) flip over and continue to cook on other side until golden brown. Remove from oil and place on a large baking sheet.

Repeat for the rest of the batter ( makes about 8 fritters). Once all fritters are done an on baking sheet, place in over for 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Meanwhile, make aoli. Add ¼ cup of greek yogurt to a small bowl. Add paprika, lime and garlic. Mix together until evenly combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.