Banana Lumpia
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and tropical sweetness of Banana Lumpia, a beloved Filipino dessert that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. This recipe wraps ripe saba bananas or plantains in delicate lumpia wrappers with a dusting of brown sugar, creating a caramelized treat with every bite. Pan-fried to golden perfection, these crispy banana rolls are perfect on their own or elevated with a drizzle of luscious caramel sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, Banana Lumpia is a crowd-pleasing snack or dessert that brings the flavors of the tropics straight to your table.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe saba bananas (or plantains, peeled and sliced lengthwise)
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 12 pieces lumpia wrappers (or spring roll wrappers)
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.25 cup optional caramel sauce (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
Peel the saba bananas (or plantains) and slice each banana lengthwise into quarters, creating long, thin pieces.
Place a lumpia wrapper on a clean, flat surface with one corner pointing toward you (in a diamond shape).
Sprinkle about 1 to 2 teaspoons of brown sugar along the length of a slice of banana.
Lay one slice of banana on top of the sugar. Sprinkle another teaspoon of brown sugar on top of the banana if desired for extra sweetness.
Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the banana slice, then fold the left and right sides inward to enclose the banana. Roll the wrapper tightly toward the top corner, forming a cylindrical shape.
Seal the edge of the wrapper with a small amount of water to secure the roll. Repeat with the remaining banana slices, sugar, and wrappers.
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). Test the oil by dipping the edge of a wrapped lumpia into the oil; it should sizzle gently.
Carefully place a few banana lumpias in the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the wrappers turn golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked lumpias to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining lumpias.
Serve the banana lumpia warm with an optional drizzle of caramel sauce or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 481.0 g | 617% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.2 g | 341% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 701 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.6 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 136.0 g | ||
| Protein | 20.0 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 3153 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
