Ingredients and Weight:
- Bananas: 4 (enough for 8 people, use large ripe bananas)
- All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup
- Egg: 1
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
- Butter or vegetable oil: for frying
- Sugar or honey: 2-3 tablespoons (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (excluding frying time)
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes (frying time)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Peel and slice bananas into 1/2 inch thick pieces.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
- In another bowl, mix the flour and breadcrumbs together.
- Dip the banana slices into the egg mixture, then into the flour and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring both sides are coated evenly.
- In a frying pan, heat enough butter or oil for frying.
- Fry the banana slices on medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Optional: While serving, sprinkle with sugar or honey to enhance the sweetness.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 250 per serving (based on ingredients used)
- Carbohydrates: Banana is a good source of carbs.
- Fats: Oil used for frying provides fats.
- Protein: Egg provides protein.
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American dessert, fried bananas are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
- The dish is sweet and can be served as a snack or dessert.
- It is simple to make and always a crowd favorite.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the fried bananas."
- "A great way to serve ripe bananas. The fried bananas were crispy and delicious."
- "I loved how easy this recipe was to make. The bananas were a perfect dessert after a meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe bananas for best results. Ripe bananas have more natural sugar and are easier to fry.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the frying pan, as this can lower the temperature of the oil and result in uneven frying.
- Monitor the heat while frying to ensure the bananas don't burn. Medium-high heat is ideal for even frying.
