Fried Banana with Lavender Honey and Five Spice Cho

Name: Fried Banana with Lavender Honey and Five Spice Chocolate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup shredded sweetened coconut plus 8 tablespoons for plating; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/2 cup lite coconut milk (the higher percentage of fat in regular will interfere with freezing); 1/4 teaspoon imitation coconut extract (recommended: McCormick); 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 6 tablespoons lavender honey; 1/2 cup chocolate syrup; 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder, placed into a sachet; 3 to 4 liters canola oil, or as needed for deep-frying; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup cornstarch; 4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 cups seltzer water (for carbonation); 4 bananas cut in 1/2, on the diagonal; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

1/3 cup shredded sweetened coconut plus 8 tablespoons for plating
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup lite coconut milk (the higher percentage of fat in regular will interfere with freezing)
1/4 teaspoon imitation coconut extract (recommended: McCormick)
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
6 tablespoons lavender honey
1/2 cup chocolate syrup
2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder, placed into a sachet
3 to 4 liters canola oil, or as needed for deep-frying
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cornstarch
4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups seltzer water (for carbonation)
4 bananas cut in 1/2, on the diagonal
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

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Special equipment: Blender and Ice cream maker, preferably electric
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For the ice cream:
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Add 1 at a time through the feed opening of a running blender, shredded coconut, sugar, coconut milk, coconut extract, and vanilla extract.
4
Pour into a bowl and stir in the milk and cream.
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Freeze in ice cream maker until desired consistency is achieved, about 20 to 25 minutes and reserve in freezer until needed.
6
In a small saucepan, heat the chocolate syrup and the sachet of five-spice over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes to infuse flavors.
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Remove from heat and bring to room temperature.
8
Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F, or as directed in the manufacturer's instructions for similar foods.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
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Add seltzer water in a stream while whisking constantly.
11
Dip the bananas in the batter to coat and add to the deep-fryer basket which has been immersed in the oil.
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Fry until golden brown, drain on paper towels, and sift confectioner's sugar over immediately.
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In a small bowl toss reserved shredded coconut and cocoa powder.
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Place banana on serving plate and drizzle chocolate sauce over.
15
Place a nest of chocolate dusted coconut alongside and top with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of honey.

1567

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

156

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup shredded sweetened coconut plus 8 tablespoons for plating, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/2 cup lite coconut milk (the higher percentage of fat in regular will interfere with freezing), 1/4 teaspoon imitation coconut extract (recommended: McCormick), and more.

Yes, Fried Banana with Lavender Honey and Five Spice Chocolate 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!

Fried Banana with Lavender Honey and Five Spice Chocolate

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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