Haitian Style Fried Green Bananas (Bannann Peze Vèt)

Bannann Peze Vèt, or Haitian Style Fried Green Bananas, is a popular dish in Haitian cuisine. This simple and delicious recipe is a great side dish or snack that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with other Haitian favorites.

Haitian Style Fried Green Bananas (Bannann Peze Vèt)

Ingredients

  • 4 green bananas
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel the green bananas and cut them into thick slices.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Place the banana slices in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Remove the fried banana slices from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  5. Sprinkle with salt to taste and serve hot.

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 Spatula Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Bannann Peze Vèt can be served with pikliz (Haitian spicy slaw) or as a side dish with griyo (fried pork) and sos pwa (bean sauce).

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the banana slices to ensure they fry evenly and become crispy.

Cost

$3