Dodo Ikire (Fried Leftover Plantain)
Dodo ikire is a Nigerian dish of fried overripe plantain. According to legend, it was developed in the town of Ikire by a woman as an alternative to discarding overripe plantains.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 33 min
- Total
- 43 min
- Servings
- As written in source
- Difficulty
- Easy
Timings are approximate — worked out from the method, not measured in a test kitchen.
Ingredients
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Cooking instructions
Procedure
Mash the plantain and transfer it into a bowl.
Procedure
Stir in salt and crushed pepper until well-combined.
Procedure
Heat oil in a frying pan for a few minutes, but don't allow to smoke. Allow it heat for a few minutes (3–4 minutes is enough).
Procedure
Scoop the plantain mixture into the hot oil. Cook until darkened but not burnt.
Procedure
Remove the dodo ikire from the oil, and drain any excess.
Procedure
Re-mould the dodo ikire into balls. Sprinkle with some pepper.
Notes, tips, and variations
Do not overcook the dodo ikire, as it will burn and taste bitter.
Photo: My active kitchen · CC BY-SA 4.0 · https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 · Photo source and licence
Wikibooks contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0 · https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ · Adapted; quantities retained as written. · Original source
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Storage
Cool completely, then keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheating
Reheat gently with a splash of water in a covered pan, rather than blasting it, so nothing dries out.
Approximate values per serving. Worked out from the ingredient list — treat them as a guide, not a measurement.
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