Zitumbuwa Banana Fritters
Delight your taste buds with Zitumbuwa Banana Fritters, a beloved Malawian snack that's crispy on the outside, soft and sweet on the inside. Made with ripe bananas, all-purpose flour, and a hint of cinnamon for optional warmth, these fritters are an easy-to-make treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack. The batter comes together in minutes with pantry staples and fries to golden perfection in just a few minutes. Serve these comforting fritters warm and enjoy their natural sweetness, or sprinkle them with powdered sugar for an extra indulgent touch. Perfect for pairing with tea or coffee, Zitumbuwa Banana Fritters are a crowd-pleasing delight that brings a taste of African tradition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Add the sugar, salt, and cinnamon (if using) to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently. Slowly incorporate the water until a thick, smooth batter forms. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking (about 350°F or 175°C if you have a thermometer).
Using a tablespoon or small scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.
Serve the Zitumbuwa Banana Fritters warm, either on their own or dusted lightly with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 421.2 g | 540% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.4 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1050 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.2 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.8 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1887 mg | 40% | |
*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.
