Deep Fried Bananas Recipe

Name: Deep Fried Bananas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large ripe bananas, cut in half width-wise, and then each half, in half again, length-wise; ½ cup cold milk; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 cup unbleached flour; 2 tablespoons dry sweetener; 1 tablespoon cinnamon or 1 tablespoon Chinese five spice powder; ½ teaspoon baking powder; club soda, as needed; 12-1 cup extra unbleached flour, for dredging bananas; oil (for deep frying)

Servings: persons

1
Heat in deep fryer to 350 degrees F. Make sure it is the correct temperature!
2
In a medium bowl, combine the milk and lemon juice.
3
Stir in the dry ingredients until well-combined.
4
Add club soda and stir lightly and quickly until the batter is of pancake batter consistency.
5
Do not over mix or the finished product will be leaden.
6
Dredge banana slices lightly in the extra flour, then dip thoroughly in the batter.
7
Drop in the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for 3-4 minutes, turning frequently, until they are a beautiful golden colour.
8
Remove from hot oil with a slotted spoon and let rest on paper towel to absorb excess oil.
9
Keep these hot in a 250 degree F. oven.
10
Repeat with remaining banana slices.
11
Serve these with generous dollops of vanilla ice cream, maple syrup and whipped cream.

494

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large ripe bananas, cut in half width-wise, and then each half, in half again, length-wise, ½ cup cold milk, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 cup unbleached flour, and more.

Yes, Deep Fried Bananas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Deep Fried Bananas

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Variations & substitutions

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