How long can I store leftovers?

Leftover fritters can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, you can prepare the batter and aioli a day in advance, but fry the fritters fresh for best texture.

What if I can't find breadfruit?

You can substitute breadfruit with similar starchy fruits or vegetables like taro or green plantains.

Is there a substitute for Scotch bonnet pepper?

Use habanero peppers as a substitute, adjusting quantity to taste.

Can these fritters be baked instead of fried?

Yes, you can bake them at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Fragrant Jamaican Breadfruit Fritters with Scotch Bonnet Aioli

Name: Fragrant Jamaican Breadfruit Fritters with Scotch Bonnet Aioli
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 medium ripe breadfruit; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 egg; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1 small onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 tsp ground allspice; Salt and pepper; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 Scotch bonnet pepper; 1 clove garlic; 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt

Savory Jamaican delights with a spicy aioli kick

These breadfruit fritters are crispy on the outside, fluffy and fragrant inside, paired perfectly with a zesty Scotch bonnet aioli.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Breadfruit Fritters

1 medium ripe breadfruit

peeled, core removed, and diced

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 egg

beaten

1/2 cup coconut milk

1 small onion

finely chopped

2 cloves garlic

minced

1/2 tsp ground allspice

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Scotch Bonnet Aioli

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 Scotch bonnet pepper

seeded and finely chopped

1 clove garlic

minced

1 tbsp lime juice

Salt

to taste

Preparation

Preparing the Breadfruit Fritters

Boil the breadfruit

Boil the diced breadfruit in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool.

Mash the breadfruit

In a mixing bowl, mash the cooled breadfruit.

Mix the batter

Add the flour, baking powder, beaten egg, coconut milk, chopped onion, minced garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix well into a thick batter.

Preparing the Scotch Bonnet Aioli

Combine aioli ingredients

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chopped Scotch bonnet pepper, minced garlic, and lime juice.

Be sure to wear gloves when handling Scotch bonnet peppers to avoid skin irritation.

Season the aioli

Add salt to taste and adjust the lime juice as needed.

Chill the aioli

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Let your aioli chill for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors together.

Cooking Process

Fry the fritters

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Drain the fritters

Remove fritters and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Serve with aioli

Serve immediately with chilled aioli for dipping.

Plating & Serving