Beignets De Banane Plantain (fried Plantain Fritters)
Beignets de Banane Plantain, or Fried Plantain Fritters, are a popular snack in Burkinabé cuisine. These delicious fritters are made with ripe plantains and are perfect for a sweet treat or a quick snack.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them into slices.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the vanilla extract and milk to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Dip the plantain slices into the batter, making sure they are well coated.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the coated plantain slices in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve the beignets de banane plantain warm and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 5g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Bowl Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the beignets de banane plantain with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
Cost
$5