Exploring Asia's Delight: The Crispy Allure of Fried Bananas
Fried bananas are a delicacy from Asian cuisine that can be prepared in various ways. By dipping these fruits in a crispy batter, you create a quick and tasty dessert.
Asian variations on fried bananas
Bananas are a popular ingredient in many Asian desserts, including battered fried bananas. In Southeast Asia, fried bananas are often served as a snack. In Indonesia and Malaysia, these fruits are frequently fried with honey, which adds a sweet flavour. In Cambodia, on the other hand, bananas are dipped in a batter made from rice flour, sesame, and coconut milk.
Simple recipe for fried bananas
If you want to try this delicacy at home, here is a recipe for fried bananas:
Ingredients:
- 450 grams of bananas,
- 115 grams of wheat flour,
- 50 grams of rice flour,
- 125 millilitres of water,
- 1 lime,
- Oil for frying (preferably coconut).
Preparation:
- Peel the bananas and cut them into smaller pieces.
- Grate the lime zest and squeeze the juice.
- Mix the water with the lime zest and juice, as well as the flours.
- Heat the oil in a pan.
- Coat each piece of banana in the batter and fry until golden brown.
Additions and serving
Fried bananas can be served on their own or with additions that enhance their flavour. In southern India, bananas are often fried with sugar and turmeric, then served with tea. It's worth adding coconut ice cream or kaya jam to fully experience the Asian flair of the dessert.
Fried bananas are an excellent way to introduce exotic flavours into your kitchen. Their various variations allow for taste adjustments to personal preferences, and the simple recipe guarantees success even for beginner cooks.
