Fried Bananas

Name: Fried Bananas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 6 burro or baby bananas, sliced lengthwise; 1/2 cup rice flour; 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut; 2 tbsp white sesame seeds; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/3 cup cold water; 2 cups neutral frying oil

Crispy fried bananas coated in a coconut and sesame batter. A popular street food treat that is crunchy on the outside and tender inside.

25 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

ThaiDessertStovetopVeganVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

6 burro or baby bananas, sliced lengthwise
1/2 cup rice flour
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2 tbsp white sesame seeds
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup cold water
2 cups neutral frying oil

Instructions

1

Combine 1/2 cup rice flour, 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 2 tbsp white sesame seeds, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt in a bowl.
2

Stir in 1/3 cup cold water to form a thick, smooth batter.
3

Heat 2 cups neutral frying oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
4

Dip 6 sliced lengthwise burro or baby bananas into the batter to coat thoroughly.
5

Fry bananas in hot oil for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
6

Transfer to paper towels to drain and serve warm.

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Questions

What should Fried Bananas look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until deep golden brown.

Is there a substitute for baking powder in Fried Bananas?

The entry for Fried Bananas calls for 1/2 tsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Is Fried Bananas gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Fried Bananas is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the baking powder.

Does Fried Bananas contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tbsp white sesame seeds. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Fried Bananas?

Fried dough is at its best within the hour. Leftover Fried Bananas keeps a day at room temperature, loosely covered; a few minutes in a 350 F oven or an air fryer brings back some of the crispness. The refrigerator only makes it tough.

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