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Guyanese Gulgula

Cultural Context

Guyanese Gulgula is a beloved snack originating from Guyana, often enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings. These sweet fritters, made with simple ingredients like flour and ripe bananas, reflect the country's multicultural influences, particularly from Indian cuisine. Today, Gulgula is a popular treat not only in Guyana but also among the diaspora, cherished for its delightful sweetness and comforting texture.

GuyaneseGYdessert
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2.5 ripe bananas
1 tablespoon vanilla essence
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup flour

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

banana

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: none

Applesauce can add moisture and sweetness.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: none

Vanilla bean offers a more intense flavor.

1

Crush the bananas using a potato masher until not too liquidy.

2

In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and brown sugar until combined.

3

Add the vanilla essence to the banana mixture and mix well.

4

Combine the dry ingredients with the banana mixture and mix until a nice consistency is achieved.

5

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until hot.

6

Using two teaspoons, drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil.

7

Fry until golden brown, flipping when puffed up.

8

Remove from oil and drain on parchment paper.

9

Optionally, sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

potato mashermixing bowldeep skilletparchment paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenbanana

Also Known As

GulgulaGuyanese Sweet Fritters

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