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Zimbabwe Banana Fritters Recipe

Zimbabwe Banana Fritters Recipe

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The Zimbabwe Banana Fritters Recipe is a delightful dish that combines ripe bananas with a simple batter to create tasty fritters. These fritters are easy to make and make for a delicious snack or dessert option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Zimbabwe
Calories: 1737
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 bananas ripe
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 tablespoons sugar white
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon ground
  • 1 pinch nutmeg ground
  • 1 quart oil for frying
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup sugar confectionersfor dusting

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

In a large mixing bowl, peel and mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  1. a. Peel and discard the skin of the bananas.
  2. b. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the bananas to a creamy consistency.
Add the milk, eggs, and melted butter to the mashed bananas.
  1. a. Pour the milk into the mixing bowl.
  2. b. Crack open the eggs and add them to the bowl.
  3. c. Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop before adding it to the mixture.
  4. d. Thoroughly mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, white sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
  1. a. Measure one cup of flour and pour it into the bowl.
  2. b. Add three tablespoons of white sugar to the flour.
  3. c. Add one teaspoon of baking powder to the dry mixture.
  4. d. Sprinkle half a teaspoon of salt into the bowl.
  5. e. Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg for a hint of spice.
Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until you get a smooth batter.
  1. a. Gradually pour the dry mixture into the bowl containing the wet ingredients.
  2. b. Stir the mixture with a spatula or spoon, making sure there are no lumps in the batter.
In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  1. a. Pour the quart of oil into the frying pan.
  2. b. Place the frying pan on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.
Once the oil is hot enough, drop spoonfuls of the banana batter into the oil.
  1. a. Use a tablespoon to scoop the batter and carefully drop it into the hot oil.
Fry the fritters until they turn golden brown on both sides.
  1. a. Allow the fritters to cook on one side until they are golden brown and crispy.
  2. b. Carefully flip the fritters with a spatula to cook the other side.
Remove the fried fritters from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  1. a. Carefully lift the cooked fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon.
  2. b. Place the fritters on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Dust the fritters with confectioners' sugar before serving.
  1. a. Sprinkle a generous amount of confectioners' sugar over the fritters to add a sweet touch.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for a sweeter flavor in the fritters.
Make sure the frying oil is at the right temperature before adding the batter.
Drop small spoonfuls of batter for evenly sized fritters.
Dust the fritters with confectioners' sugar just before serving for a nice presentation.
Serve the fritters warm to enjoy their crispy texture and delightful taste.
Adjust the amount of ground cinnamon and nutmeg to your preference.
Double the recipe if you need to serve a larger crowd.