Best 2 Fried Banana Balls Recipes
**Fried banana balls** are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This crispy treat features ripe bananas coated in a batter of flour, sugar, baking powder and salt, then deep-fried until golden brown. The result is a perfectly crispy exterior with a soft and fluffy interior that is bursting with banana flavor. These fried banana balls are a popular street food in many countries around the world, and can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, or even ice cream. They are also a great addition to a party buffet or potluck spread.
In this article, we will provide you with two different recipes for fried banana balls: a classic recipe and a vegan recipe. The classic recipe uses all-purpose flour, while the vegan recipe uses a combination of oat flour and almond flour. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you likely already have on hand. So grab some ripe bananas and get ready to make some delicious fried banana balls!
FRIED BANANA BALLS RECIPE (SWEET)
This delicious fried banana balls is made using ripe bananas, sugar and flour, which makes a popular snack with tea or coffee. This is a vegetarian/vegan snack recipe using ripe bananas and it is an easy way to use any leftover ripe bananas if you do not want to make banana bread.
Provided by Recipe Garden
Categories Snack
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add the dry ingredients in a large bowl - flour, baking powder, baking soda and cardamom powder and mix them together very well using a spoon.
- In another bowl, mash the bananas and add the sugar.
- Mix the mashed bananas and sugar very well and add this mixture to the dry flour mixture.
- Using your hands, mix the contents very well, it will be quite sticky.
- Add the 1 tablespoon of oil to the mixture and mix the sticky batter again with your hands.
- Cover the bowl and let it rest for a couple of hours.
- After 2 hours the batter will be ready to be fried.
- Heat enough oil in a thick bottomed pan to deep fry the banana balls.
- Apply little oil in your palms which will help you to easily make the balls using the sticky batter.
- Make mediums sized balls from the batter using your hands. The balls need not be perfectly round, you just need to make them roughly round.
- Make one banana ball at a time and gently drop the banana ball to the hot oil.
- Similarly make more balls using the batter and drop each one of them gently to the hot oil. You shouldn't overcrowd the pan, as it will make the flipping difficult. You can fry them all in multiple batches as needed.
- Deep fry the banana balls until they are deep golden brown in color. Flip them (I used a regular steel spoon to flip them) as needed to fry all the sides until golden brown. It is important to notice that if you don't deep fry all the sides of the balls, it won't get cooked inside. If you over cook, the balls may turn hard. So just deep fry them enough to make all parts of the banana balls deep golden brown in color.
- Once the banana balls are all deep fried, gently transfer one by one from the pan.
- You can transfer the banana balls using a suitable slotted spoon or spatula which will help to drain the oil or you can remove the excess oil using a paper towel after transferring from the oil.
- Similarly make fried banana balls until all the batter is finished. Enjoy the fried banana balls hot or warm with coffee or tea for snack!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 kcal, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 46 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRIED SWEET BANANAS
A very traditional breakfast or dessert in northeast Brazil, bananas or plantains are fried in butter and coated with cinnamon-sugar. Delicious with vanilla ice cream too.
Provided by Nandabear
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Brazilian
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut each banana half into 3 or 4 pieces.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; add banana slices and cook until golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer banana slices to a paper towel-lined plate. Coat banana slices, 1 at a time, with cinnamon-sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 41.5 mg, Sugar 23.9 g
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: Ripeness is the key to achieving a soft and sweet banana ball. Overripe bananas may be too mushy and difficult to work with, while underripe bananas may not have enough sweetness.
- Mash the bananas smoothly: Proper mashing ensures a smooth and even texture for the banana balls. Avoid leaving any large chunks of bananas.
- Chill the mashed bananas: Chilling the mashed bananas before coating and frying helps them hold their shape better during frying.
- Use a light hand when coating the banana balls: Avoid overcoating the banana balls with the breadcrumb mixture. A thin and even coating ensures crispy and flavorful balls.
- Maintain the oil temperature: Keeping the oil at a consistent temperature is crucial for even cooking. Use a thermometer to monitor the oil temperature.
- Do not overcrowd the pan: Frying too many banana balls at once can lower the oil temperature, resulting in soggy balls.
- Drain the banana balls properly: After frying, drain the banana balls on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Conclusion:
Fried banana balls are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of sweet bananas with a crispy coating. Following these tips ensures that your homemade banana balls turn out perfectly crispy, soft, and bursting with banana flavor. Remember, practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your first batch doesn't meet your expectations. Keep experimenting with different techniques and ingredients until you find the perfect combination that suits your taste. Happy frying!
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