Brown Rice with Fried Bananas from Angola
Transport your taste buds to Angola with this wholesome and flavorful dish of **Brown Rice with Fried Bananas**. This recipe combines the nutty texture of perfectly cooked brown rice with the caramelized sweetness of golden fried bananas, lightly spiced with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Quick to prepare and rich in natural, wholesome ingredients, this Angolan-inspired meal is both nourishing and delightfully exotic. A drizzle of honey adds a subtle sweetness, while optional fresh parsley gives a pop of color and freshness to round off the dish beautifully. Whether served as a comforting main or a unique side dish, this recipe is a celebration of simple, bold flavors from Southwest Africa. Perfect for a nutritious yet decadent meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 pieces ripe bananas
- 3 tablespoons cooking oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the brown rice and salt, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the banana slices into the skillet in a single layer.
Fry the bananas for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and caramelized. Sprinkle the ground cinnamon evenly over the bananas while they are cooking.
Remove the fried bananas from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Fluff the cooked brown rice with a fork and transfer it to serving plates. Top the rice with the fried bananas.
Drizzle the optional honey over the bananas for added sweetness, and garnish with fresh parsley for a hint of freshness, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful and wholesome dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2388 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 952 mg | 20% | |
*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.
