Besides this well-known variety,the plantain can also be cut into half centimetre thick slices which are then quartered and fried.Both types are served at feasts.
1 kg unripe plantains
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp salt
2 1/2 cups oil
Method of Preparation
Peel plantains and cut into thin round slices.
Heat oil in a kadhai and sprinkle in turmeric and salt.
Fry chips in batches till golden and crisp.
Remove from oil,drain,cool and store in an airtight container.
Variation: Chena Upperi (Elephant Foot Yam Chips): Cut yam into 1-cm cubes.Do not add turmeric and salt to oil before frying.Halfway through frying,sprinkle in a few drops of salt solution made with 2 tsp salt dissolved in 4tbsp water.Cool and serve immediately.In this case coconut oil enhances the flavour.These chips are also served at feasts.
