Fritanga

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Salt (to taste)
• Corn on the cob (2, husked and cut into halves)
• Green plantains (2, peeled and sliced)
• Potatoes (2, peeled and sliced)
• Chicken (1 pound, cut into pieces)
• Beef ribs (1 pound, cut into pieces)
• Pork belly (1 pound, cut into pieces)
• Aji (Colombian hot sauce) (for serving)

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the meats: cut the pork belly, beef ribs, and chicken into pieces.
2. Season all the meat pieces generously with salt and black pepper, ensuring they are well coated.
3. In a large pot or deep frying pan, heat enough vegetable oil over medium heat to submerge the meat.
4. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the seasoned meat and fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes per side.
5. While the meat is frying, peel the potatoes and plantains and cut them into thick slices.
6. In a separate pan, fry the potato slices in the hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
7. Next, fry the plantain slices until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
8. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the corn. Boil until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
9. To serve, arrange the fried meats, potatoes, plantains, and corn on a large platter, and provide a side of Aji for dipping.