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Breadfruit Fritters
Crispy fried breadfruit rounds seasoned with salt and served with fresh lime.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
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About This Recipe
Breadfruit is one of the most important crops in Wallis and Futuna. These simple fritters showcase its starchy, mild flavour: sliced, battered lightly, and fried until golden for a satisfying snack.
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 1 mediumbreadfruit(peeled and sliced into 1 cm rounds)
- 100 gplain flour
- 120 mlwater
- 1 tspsalt
- 500 mloil(for frying)
- 1 wholelime(cut into wedges to serve)
Instructions
- 1
Make batter
Whisk flour, water, and salt together into a smooth thin batter.
- 2
Heat oil
Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C.
- 3
Coat and fry
Dip breadfruit rounds in batter, letting excess drip off, then fry in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- 4
Drain and serve
Drain on paper towels, season with extra salt, and serve immediately with lime wedges.
Pro Tips
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Breadfruit should be firm, not overripe, for frying.
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Season immediately after frying while hot.
Variations
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Add chilli flakes to the batter.
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Serve with coconut chutney.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Reheat in oven at 180°C to crisp up.
History & Origin
Breadfruit has sustained Pacific islanders for centuries and features in almost every meal in Wallis and Futuna.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find breadfruit?
Asian and Caribbean grocery stores often stock breadfruit, fresh or canned.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · 4 servings total
Calories260kcal
Protein3g
Carbohydrates42g
Fat9g
Fiber4g
Protein3g
Carbs42g
Fat9g
Time Summary
Prep time10 min
Cook time15 min
Total time25 min
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