Enjoy the crispy and sweet goodness of Thai fried bananas with this easy and tasty recipe. Sliced bananas are coated in a light batter, fried until golden brown, and then served with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. The result is a warm and indulgent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's a crowd-pleasing treat that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup rice flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Peel the bananas and cut them in half lengthwise.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rice flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while whisking until you have a smooth batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip the banana halves into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Carefully place the coated bananas into the hot oil, frying them in small batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the bananas for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried bananas from the oil using a slotted spoon or tongs, and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Repeat the frying process with the remaining banana halves.
- Once all the bananas are fried and drained, sprinkle them with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch.
- Serve the Thai fried bananas warm as a delightful dessert or snack. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Thai fried bananas are known as 'Kluay Tod' in Thailand.
This popular street food dessert is often eaten alongside a scoop of coconut ice cream.
Ripe bananas work best for this recipe as they become sweeter when fried.