Fried Bananas Cape Verde Islands
Take your taste buds on a tropical journey with this Cape Verdean classic: Fried Bananas. Featuring ripe bananas dipped in a velvety cinnamon-infused batter, this quick and easy recipe delivers a crispy golden exterior with sweet, melt-in-your-mouth goodness inside. Perfectly paired with a hint of vanilla and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these decadent treats are fried to perfection in minutes. Ideal as a dessert or indulgent snack, Cape Verdean Fried Bananas are a delightful way to bring a touch of island flavor to your table with just a handful of simple ingredients. Serve them warm and enjoy a sweet escape!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas
- 60 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 120 milliliters milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 250 milliliters vegetable oil
- 30 grams powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them diagonally into thick pieces, about 1/2 inch thick.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until you have a smooth batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. The oil should be about 1 inch deep.
Test the oil by dropping a small amount of batter into it. If it sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.
Dip each banana slice into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Gently lower the coated banana slices into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs.
Fry the bananas in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each side for about 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried bananas from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Sprinkle the fried bananas with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Cape Verdean Fried Bananas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.2 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.7 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 144.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 231 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 163 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.9 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.4 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2037 mg | 43% | |
*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.
