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Banana Fritters

Golden and crispy on the outside with a soft, sweet interior spiced with nutmeg and ginger. These fried banana bites make a satisfying quick snack or dessert.

25 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

West AfricanDessertStovetopVeganVegetarianDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 overripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp baking powder.

  2. 2

    Fold the 4 mashed overripe bananas into the dry mixture until a thick batter forms.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees F.

  4. 4

    Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deep golden brown.

  5. 5

    Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain before serving.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Banana Fritters reach?

For Banana Fritters, the target internal temperature is 350 F (about 175 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why fold instead of stir in Banana Fritters?

Step 2 reads: "Fold the 4 mashed overripe bananas into the dry mixture until a thick batter forms." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 2 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

Is there a substitute for baking powder in Banana Fritters?

The entry for Banana Fritters calls for 1 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Can I make Banana Fritters gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Banana Fritters is 1 cup all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Banana Fritters?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 3 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 180 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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