Banana Fritters With Coconut Caramel Sauce

Banana Fritters with Coconut Caramel Sauce is a popular dessert in Vanuatuan cuisine, known for its delicious combination of ripe bananas and sweet caramel sauce with a hint of coconut flavor.

Vegetarian Dessert Vanuatuan Vanuatuan Cuisine Banana Coconut Caramel
Banana Fritters With Coconut Caramel Sauce

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  4. Dip the banana slices into the batter and carefully place them in the hot oil.
  5. Fry the banana fritters until golden brown, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  6. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and coconut cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the banana fritters with the coconut caramel sauce drizzled on top.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
8g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Frying pan Spatula Saucepan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the banana fritters with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.

Tips & tricks

For extra crunch, you can coat the banana fritters in shredded coconut before frying.

Cost

$8