Fried Bananas with Lavender Honey and Five-Spice Ch

Name: Fried Bananas with Lavender Honey and Five-Spice Chocolate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup good quality chocolate syrup; 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup cornstarch; 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder; 1 1/2 cups seltzer water; 4 bananas, cut in half on the diagonal; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; Lavender honey, for drizzling; Creme fraiche, for garnish; Small chunk dark chocolate, for garnish; Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup good quality chocolate syrup
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups seltzer water
4 bananas, cut in half on the diagonal
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Lavender honey, for drizzling
Creme fraiche, for garnish
Small chunk dark chocolate, for garnish
Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

1
Stir the chocolate syrup and 5-spice powder together and set aside.
2
In a deep fryer or large heavy saute pan with deep sides, heat the oil to 375 degrees F.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
4
Add the seltzer water in a stream while whisking constantly.
5
Dip the bananas in the batter to coat and fry until golden brown.
6
Drain on paper towels and sift the powdered sugar over the top immediately.
7
Place 2 banana pieces on a serving plate and drizzle chocolate sauce over.
8
Top with a drizzle of honey.
9
Top with a spoonful of creme fraiche.
10
Grate chocolate over top.
11
Garnish with a small sprig of mint.

542

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup good quality chocolate syrup, 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder, Vegetable oil, for frying, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Fried Bananas 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.

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Fried Bananas with Lavender Honey and Five-Spice Chocolate

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