Bwiro (Fried Breadfruit Chips)
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The Tale of Bwiro (Fried Breadfruit Chips)
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Bwiro, thin slices of breadfruit fried until crisp, reflects the vital place of breadfruit trees across Pacific island communities, where the fruit has been a dietary staple for centuries thanks to its resilience in atoll environments with poor soil and limited fresh water.
Ingredients
Scale:· 4 servings
- 2 breadfruits, peeled and cored
- 1 liter vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 tsp salt
- Lime wedges, to serve
Instructions
- 1Peel the breadfruit and remove the core, then slice very thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- 2Soak the slices briefly in cold salted water, then pat completely dry.
- 3Heat the oil in a deep pot to about 175°C (350°F).
- 4Fry the breadfruit slices in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp, stirring occasionally.
- 5Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6Sprinkle immediately with salt while still hot.
- 7Serve warm with lime wedges as a snack.
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