Banana Fritters with Rum Sauce (Beignets de banane à la sauce au rhum)

Beignets de banane à la sauce au rhum, or Banana Fritters with Rum Sauce, is a popular dessert in French Guianan cuisine. This sweet and indulgent treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Banana Fritters with Rum Sauce (Beignets de banane à la sauce au rhum)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the milk and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
  3. Dip the banana slices into the batter, coating them evenly.
  4. Heat oil in a pan and fry the banana slices until golden brown.
  5. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar. Add the rum and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve the banana fritters drizzled with the rum sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
10g
Protein
3g

Supplies

Bowl Frying pan Saucepan

Tools

Whisk Spatula Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the banana fritters with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.

Cost

$10