Plantain Fritters

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2-Ingredient Easy Plantain Fritters recipe. Gluten-free, vegan, flourless fritters that can be baked or pan-fried. Just 15 minutes to make.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine: Vegan

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: fritters

Calories: 14kcal

Mash plantains: In a large bowl, mash the plantains with a fork until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
Prepare batter: Add the arrowroot powder, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Heat oil: Add enough oil to cover the base of a large non-stick skillet. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.
Add batter: Once the oil is shimmering, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter for each fritter. Use the back of a spoon to flatten the batter into a circular shape.
Cook fritters: Cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
To bake: Dollop 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet for each fritter. Bake at 375ºF for about 12 minutes, flipping them over halfway through. Brush the fritters lightly with oil halfway through cooking (optional).
To air-fry: Line an air fryer basket with parchment paper. Dollop 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet for each fritter. Set the temperature to 375ºF and cook for about 7 minutes or until golden brown. Brush the fritters lightly with oil halfway through cooking (optional).

- Plantains: Use overripe plantains for sweeter fritters. The more ripe the plantain, the easier it is to mash, and the sweeter it is. Use less ripe plantains (yellow and without black spots) for less sweet fritters.

- Oil-free: Bake or air-fry the fritters for oil-free. However, while oil is optional, a little goes a long way in getting the fritters crispier. I recommend brushing them lightly with oil halfway through baking or air frying for crispier fritters.

- Storage: Refrigerate leftover Plantain Fritters in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat them in the microwave, skillet, or in an oven at 360ºF until warmed through. To freeze, layer the fritters in a freezer-safe container with parchment paper to separate the layers so they do not stick. Freeze for up to 3 months.