Tatale (Ghanaian Plantain Cakes)

Ingredients

• •2 over-ripe medium plantains (black and soft)
• •1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
• •1 to 2 ounces self-raising flour
• •1 teaspoon palm oil
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •Oil, for frying

Directions

1. 1Peel and mash the plantains well. Put into a bowl and add enough of the flour to bind.
2. 2Add the onion, palm oil, salt and pepper to taste.
3. 3Mix well and leave to stand for 20 minutes. Fry in spoonfuls in a little hot oil until golden brown.
4. 4Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.