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    Beignets de Bananes (Banana fritters)

    December 18, 2014 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    Beignets de Bananes are delicious Banana fritters that is easy to make and a lovely way to end our Central African Republic meal. The hint of lime adds a nice touch to the fritter. These are best consumed hot and sprinkled with a light dusting of sugar. Enjoy!

    Central African Repubic Banana Fritter

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    Beignets de Bananes (Banana fritters)

    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Central African Republic
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 36
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 4 ripe bananas
    • 6 Tablespoons plain flour
    • 1 Tablespoon sugar
    • pinch of salt
    • 1 egg separated
    • 1 lime zest finely-grated
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 teaspoon butter
    • oil for frying
    • icing sugar for dusting

    Instructions

    • Sift together the flour, sugar and salt into a large bowl.
    • Form a well in the centre and add the egg yolk.
    • Stir to combine then add the milk and butter.
    • Beat with a wire whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
    • Add the egg white to a clean and dry bowl, then beat until stiff.
    • Gently fold into the batter along with the lime zest.
    • Peel the bananas and cut into slices.
    • Heat the oil in a pan. When hot dip the banana slices in the batter and immediately drop into the hot oil.
    • Fry until nicely browned and heated through.
    • Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper as you cook the next batch.
    • Serve hot, dusted with icing sugar.

     

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