Sonhos De Banana (fried Banana Fritters)

Sonhos de Banana, or Fried Banana Fritters, are a popular dessert in Cape Verdean cuisine. These delicious fritters are made with ripe bananas, flour, and sugar, and are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Sonhos De Banana (fried Banana Fritters)

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add the mashed bananas and milk to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the banana batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
  7. Serve the Sonhos de Banana 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
3g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Frying pan Mixing bowls Spatula Paper towels

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Sonhos de Banana 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