Non Greasy Mashed Banana Fritters Recipe (Canada Day Special)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: pumpkin spice

Nutmeg offers a similar warm spice profile.

oil for frying

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor.

Smash the bananas with a potato masher in a bowl.

Add flour tablespoon by tablespoon, starting with 3 tablespoons.

Add another 2 tablespoons of flour.

Add approximately 1 cup of sugar.

Mix in dried desiccated coconut as desired.

Adjust the batter consistency to be moderate, not too thick or too watery, similar to cake batter.

Melt ghee (or unsalted butter) in a skillet.

Scoop the batter into the skillet using a large scoop.

Cook on medium-low heat (between 3 and 4 on the stove) until puffed up, then flip to cook the other side.

Continue cooking until both sides are golden brown, adjusting the heat as necessary.

Remove the fritters from the skillet when cooked and place them on a plate.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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