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Sold by street vendors throughout Haiti. Eaten as a snack at all hours. The Scotch bonnet heat level is a matter of pride.
Haitian malanga fritters — grated malanga yam mixed with Scotch bonnet, chive and thyme, fried until golden and crispy. Haiti's most popular street snack.
Prep
15 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
500 kcal
Serves
6
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
500gmalanga or taro root, peeled and grated
4spring onions, finely chopped
2Scotch bonnet chillies, minced
3 sprigsfresh thyme, leaves only
1egg
saltto season
oilfor deep frying
Method
1
Squeeze excess moisture from grated malanga.
2
Mix with spring onion, Scotch bonnet, thyme and egg. Season.
3
Drop spoonfuls into hot oil at 170°C. Fry 4-5 minutes until golden.
4
Drain and serve immediately.
Chef's Tip
Squeeze out as much moisture as possible — wet batter produces greasy, soggy fritters.
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