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Japanese Plantain Empanada Fritters
A unique fusion of Venezuelan empanada dough and Japanese flavors, these crispy fritters are a tasty twist on traditional plantain empanadas.
⏱28 min🍽8 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●2 medium Plantain
- ●1 package (homemade or store-bought) Venezuelan Empanada Dough
- ●1 tablespoon Dehydrated Seaweed Flakes
- ●2 tablespoons Sweet Soy Sauce
- ●1 cup Vegetable Oil
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Instructions
- 1
1. Preheat oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
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2. Peel and slice the plantain into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
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3. In a small bowl, mix together seaweed flakes and sweet soy sauce.
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4. Brush the empanada dough with water and cut into desired shapes.
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5. Place a plantain slice in the center of each dough shape and brush with seaweed-soy mixture.
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6. Fold the dough over the filling and press edges to seal.
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7. Carefully place the fritters in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side.
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8. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with additional seaweed-soy sauce for dipping.