Banana Fritters Recipe | Asian Recipes

How to prepare "banana fritters"

banana fritters

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
4 firm bananas
3 cups vegetable oil
vanilla ice cream (optional)

combine 1 cup of the flour, the baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl. gradually blend in water, beating with a whisk until smooth. peel bananas. cut each banana crosswise into 3 pieces, making a total of 12 pieces. coat bananas lightly with remaining 1/2 cup flour.

heat oil in wok over medium high heat until oil reaches 375 degrees f. dip banana pieces in batter, coating completely. cook 4 to 6 banana pieces at a time in the oil until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. drain on absorbent paper.

serve with ice cream, if desired.

makes about 4 servings.

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