5. Fried Plantain

• 1 plantain
• ½ tsp chilli powder
• ¼ tsp ground turmeric

Peel the plantain, cut it into thin slices and put them in a small bowl.

Sprinkle in the chilli, turmeric and salt, stir and leave for 5 minutes.

Heat the oil in a deep saucepan over a medium heat. When it reaches boiling point, tip in the drained plantain and deep-fry for 10 minutes until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to serve in the Lamprais parcel.</