Rellenitos de Platano

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cardamom
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. Peel and mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
2. Add the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and cardamom to the mashed bananas and mix until combined.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Drop spoonfuls of the banana mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
5. Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Rellenitos de Platano are a traditional Guatemalan snack.
• The banana fritters are fried in oil until they are golden brown.
• Rellenitos de Platano are made with mashed banana, sugar, cinnamon, and spices.
• The fritters can be served as a snack or dessert.