Fried Nigerian plantain, known as dodo, is a beloved staple made by slicing ripe yellow-black plantains (thicker and starchier than bananas) and deep-frying them in vegetable or palm oil until golden brown and caramelized, yielding a crispy exterior with a soft, sweet interior. This simple, versatile snack or side—requiring just plantains, oil, and optional salt—pairs perfectly with jollof rice, stews, beans, or eggs, offering natural sweetness from ripening sugars and nutrients like potassium, vitamins A and C.
