Spicy Banana Fritters (Zitumbuwa) Recipe

Name: Spicy Banana Fritters (Zitumbuwa)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ cup evaporated milk; 1 egg, separated (Egg white beaten stiff); oil; 3 bananas, mashed and sprinkled with; lemon juice; ½ cup roughly chopped pine nuts; cinnamon; sugar

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup evaporated milk
1 egg, separated (Egg white beaten stiff)
oil
3 bananas, mashed and sprinkled with
lemon juice
½ cup roughly chopped pine nuts
cinnamon
sugar

1
Measure, sift and mix all dry ingredients.
2
Combine milk and egg yolk, add to dry ingredients.
3
Fold in the mashed bananas, egg white and pine nuts.
4
Batter should have consistency to be dropped by teaspoonful in hot oil.
5
Pour enough oil into skillet to a depth of 1 inch.
6
Test heat of oil[approximately 375].
7
Drop by spoonfuls as many as pan will hold.
8
Turning as it browns,cook about 5 minutes.
9
Drain on paper towels.
10
Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, keep warm and just before serving top with ice cream.

522

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Spicy Banana Fritters (Zitumbuwa) 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!

Spicy Banana Fritters (Zitumbuwa)

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Variations & substitutions

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