*Spicy Matooke fritters with a Healthy Twist* This is a perfect winter snack suitable for the whole family. You can make it as spicy or mild as you like and a great treat for children. x2/3 Green Matoke Bananas (you can find these in most supermarkets) x1/2 cup Elephant Medium Atta with added Vitamin D x1 tsp chopped coriander x1 tsp garlic powder x1 tsp salt x1 tbsp chopped Jalapenos in brine ( you can use any brand) Fry Light *The Method* STEP 1 - Steam the raw Matoke for 20-25mins and allow to cool - These bananas are particularly rich in vitamins B6 and C, fibre, and potassium, among others. STEP 2- Peel of the skin and grate the Matoke into a bowl, add the coriander, salt, garlic powder and the chopped Jalapenos STEP 3- To the wet mix, add 1⁄2 cup Elephant Medium Atta with added Vitamin D and bind into a soft dough. STEP 4- Make 4-6 equal balls and gently shape into a pattie with your hands. STEP 5- Heat up a hot frying pan or tawa and place the patties. Cook for 4 mins each side and spray some frylight for a lower calorie pattie. Serve hot with the dipping sauce. *The dip* x2 tbsp Hamadaya Teriyaki Sauce x2 tbsp Tomato puree x1/4 tbsp salt *Things to know about Matoke* They are rich in potassium. Matoke contains potassium, which may reduce the risk of kidney stones and normalise low blood pressure. Potassium also helps regulate fluid balance, nerve signals, and contraction of muscles. They are gluten-free. Matooke is a gluten-free crop. This makes it suitable for consumption by people with gluten-related conditions. They are free of fat. Fats are the main cause of cardiovascular diseases. They are sugar-free. These raw bananas are healthy, sugar-free food for people with diabetes. Plantains assist in maintaining blood sugar. #cooking #doctorv #healthy food #recipes