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Togolese Banana Fritters

Cultural Context

Originating from Togo, these banana fritters are a popular street food and snack enjoyed by many. Traditionally made with ripe bananas and simple ingredients, they reflect the resourcefulness of Togolese cuisine. Today, they are loved not only in Togo but also in various West African countries, often served at celebrations and gatherings.

TogoleseTGdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
9 ripe bananas
8 tablespoons self-raising flour
8 tablespoons semolina
oil for frying

ripe bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: overripe bananas

Plantains can be a healthier option and overripe bananas are often less expensive.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while all-purpose flour is often cheaper.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey can be a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla essence

💰Cheaper: vanilla powder

Vanilla essence is a lower-cost alternative to extract.

1

Peel 9 ripe bananas.

2

Add 8 tablespoons of self-raising flour and 8 tablespoons of semolina to the bananas.

3

Mash everything up properly until well combined and set aside.

4

Heat oil on medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until at the right temperature.

5

Scoop the batter and carefully drop it into the hot oil.

6

Fry for 6 minutes on one side, then flip to the other side and fry until golden brown.

7

Remove the fritters and lay them on a kitchen towel to soak up excess oil.

8

Fry the second batch of fritters.

Cooking Techniques

mashingmixingfrying

Equipment Needed

kitchen towel

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenbanana

Also Known As

KeleweleBanana Beignets

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