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