🇻🇨St Vincent/Caribbean Banana Fritters

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides a different flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds moisture and a unique sweetness.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla flavoring

Vanilla bean enhances flavor with natural essence.

Wash and peel the bananas.

Mash the bananas in a bowl, adding a little water to help mash them.

Measure and add 5 ounces of flour to the mashed bananas.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder (optional), 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Gradually add water (up to 1 cup) until the batter reaches a desired consistency, tasting for banana flavor.

Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.

Scoop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying until golden brown on one side before flipping.

Continue frying until both sides are golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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