Crispy fried bananas: Bring Asian street food to your kitchen
Fried bananas are a delicacy from Asian cuisine that can be prepared in various ways. By dipping these fruits in a crispy batter, we create a quick and tasty dessert.
Asian variations on fried bananas
Bananas are a popular ingredient in many Asian desserts, including fried bananas in batter. In Southeast Asia, fried bananas are often served as a snack. In Indonesia and Malaysia, these fruits are frequently fried with honey, adding a sweet flavor. In Cambodia, bananas are dipped in a batter made from rice flour, sesame, and coconut milk.
Simple recipe for fried bananas
If you want to try this delicacy at home, here is a recipe for fried bananas:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb of bananas
- 4 oz of wheat flour
- 1.8 oz of rice flour
- Half a cup of water
- 1 lime
- Oil for frying (preferably coconut)
Preparation:
- Peel the bananas and cut them into smaller pieces.
- Grate the lime zest and squeeze the juice.
- Mix the water with the lime zest and juice, along with the flours.
- Heat the oil in a pan.
- Coat each piece of banana in the batter and fry until golden brown.
Additions and serving
Fried bananas can be served independently or with additions that enhance their flavor. In southern India, bananas are often fried with sugar and turmeric and then served with tea. Adding coconut ice cream or kaya jam can help you fully experience the Asian flair of the dessert.
Fried bananas are an excellent way to introduce exotic flavors into your kitchen. Their various variations allow for taste adjustments to personal preferences, and the simple recipe guarantees success even for beginner cooks.
