Plantain Fritters/Pazham Pori/Ethakka Appam

The story arc for how pazham pork/ ethakka appam is made. So taking action shots while getting just the right lighting and background is way harder than it looks 😅 Even though I’m not completely satisfied with these, I’m happy @thelittleplantation’s @eatcaptureshare_ challenge is challenging me to get out of my comfort zone.

*Recipe*

- 3 ripe plantains

- 1 C all-puprose flour

- 1 T rice flour

- 1 T sugar

- 1 t vanilla extract (optional)

- pinch of salt

- 1 T black sesame seeds

- 3/4 c water

- oil for deep frying

1. Cut the ripe plantains into thirds. Then cut each third into half.

2. In a large bowl, combine, the flour, rice flour, sugar, salt, and sesame seeds. Add the water and mix well until a smooth batter is formed. Add the vanilla extract and mix again.

3. Coat each piece of plantain in the batter well.

4. In a heavy bottom pan, heat the oil for deep frying. Carefully place the fritter into the oil and cook until each side is golden brown.