BAKA BANA. RIPE PLANTAIN FRIED IN FLOUR COATING. PISANG GORENG. RIJPE BAK BANAAN IN EEN HOESJE.

ripe bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: frozen bananas

Plantains provide a firmer texture, while frozen bananas can be more cost-effective.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories and regular milk is often less expensive.

Peel and slice ripe plantains diagonally into thick pieces.

In a large bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Add vanilla extract and coconut milk to the dry ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it is shimmering.

Dip each plantain slice into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Carefully place the coated plantain slices into the hot oil.

Fry the plantain slices until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove the fried plantains and drain them on paper towels.

Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.

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