Air Fryer Fufu Fries with Spicy African Ketchup
Air Fryer Fufu Fries with Spicy African Ketchup
French fry lovers, meet your new obsession — fufu fries. These golden sticks are crisp on the outside, chewy in the middle, and a little thicker than classic fries. Made by shaping firm fufu into fries and air frying until crunchy, they’re perfect for dipping into a bold spicy African ketchup. Think of them as fries with a West African soul — mild in flavor, smooth and starchy, ready to soak up seasonings and sauces.
Plantain Fufu Dough for Fries
Ingredients
- 3 green or yellow plantains
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Water for boiling
Directions: Make the Dough
- Peel and cut plantains evenly. Place in a large pot, cover with water, and boil until tender — about 20 minutes.
- Drain completely, spread the cooked plantains on a sheet pan, and cool for 1 hour.
- In a mixer, knead plantains with salt and flour until a medium-firm dough forms. Adjust salt to taste.
Directions: Air Fry the Fufu Fries
- Roll the fufu dough into a flat rectangle and chill until firm.
- Slice into fry-sized pieces, brush lightly with avocado oil.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes. Cook fries in a single layer for 13–15 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Season with extra salt if desired and serve hot with spicy ketchup.
Spicy African Ketchup
Mix 1/2 cup ketchup with:
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
