Accra (Haitian Malanga Fritters)

Ingredients

• •1 1/2 lb malanga, peeled and finely grated
• •3 green onions, finely sliced
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• •1/4 Scotch bonnet pepper, minced
• •1 tsp salt
• •4 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. 1Place grated malanga in a bowl with green onions, garlic, parsley, thyme, Scotch bonnet, and salt.
2. 2Mix vigorously for 1 minute until the starchy mixture becomes cohesive.
3. 3Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
4. 4Drop rounded spoonfuls of malanga mixture into the oil.
5. 5Fry for 3–4 minutes, turning once, until crisp and deeply golden.
6. 6Drain on paper towel and serve hot.

💡 Do not rinse the grated malanga; its natural starch holds the fritters together.

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