Nshima Ya Moyo (zambian Banana Pancakes)

Nshima Ya Moyo is a delightful Zambian dish that translates to "Banana Pancakes" in English. These pancakes are made with ripe bananas and are a popular breakfast or snack in Zambia.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Breakfast, Snack Zambian Pancakes Banana
Nshima Ya Moyo (zambian Banana Pancakes)

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas, flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface.
  6. Flip the pancakes and cook until golden brown on the other side.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  8. Serve the Nshima Ya Moyo warm with your favorite toppings.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Whisk Non-stick pan Spatula

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Nshima Ya Moyo with a drizzle of honey, a dollop of yogurt, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, add a dash of vanilla extract to the pancake batter.

Cost

$5