Beignets De Banane Verte Et Morue (green Banana And Saltfish Fritters)
Beignets de banane verte et morue, or Green Banana and Saltfish Fritters, are a popular dish in French Guianan cuisine. These delicious fritters are made with green bananas and salted cod, creating a flavorful and satisfying snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 green bananas, peeled and grated
- 1 cup salted cod, soaked and flaked
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup water
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated green bananas, flaked salted cod, chopped onion, minced garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, black pepper, and paprika. Add the dry ingredients to the banana and saltfish mixture, then add water and mix until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Grater Knife Cutting board Mixing spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the beignets de banane verte et morue with a side of spicy dipping sauce or a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the scotch bonnet pepper before chopping.
Cost
$10