Banana Fritters

Beignets de Banane (ben-YAY duh bah-NAHN)

Sweet Fried Banana Beignets

⏱ Prep Time 20 minutes

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 276 kcal

Ripe bananas mashed into a spiced batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden. A beloved snack celebrating the island's banana heritage.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 4.0g

Carbs 38.0g

Fat 12.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

deep fryer or heavy pot mixing bowl slotted spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: paper-lined plate

Garnishes: powdered sugar, cinnamon

Accompaniments: vanilla ice cream, cocoa tea

Ingredients

4 ripe bananas, mashed
150g all-purpose flour
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Oil for deep frying
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1
Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth.
2
Add flour, sugar, egg, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt. Mix into a thick batter.
3
Heat oil to 175C.
4
Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil.
5
Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6
Drain on paper towels.
7
Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar.

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Did You Know?

Saint Lucia was once the largest banana exporter in the Windward Islands. Banana fritters were invented to use up overripe fruit that could not be shipped.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

deep fryer or heavy pot
mixing bowl
slotted spoon

Garnishing

powdered sugar, cinnamon

Accompaniments

vanilla ice cream, cocoa tea

The Story Behind Banana Fritters

Banana fritters are inextricably linked to Saint Lucia's banana industry, which dominated the island's economy for decades. When bananas ripened too quickly for export, resourceful cooks transformed them into these sweet fritters. The French beignet technique merged perfectly with the tropical fruit, creating a snack that celebrates both the island's colonial and agricultural heritage. Even as the banana industry has declined, the fritters remain a beloved treat.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed afternoon snack 📜 Origins: Post-colonial banana era

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