Although sometimes passed up for being one of the higher calorie fruits, bananas are quite nutritious. An average banana offers 16 percent of the day's recommended fiber, 15 percent of its vitamin C and 11 percent of its potassium needs. On top of that, bananas provide calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, folic acid and other nutrients. They may also help to reduce high blood pressure, according to Michigan State University. For a quick, nutritious snack or dessert, try cooked bananas as an alternative to the typical snack food that provides nothing but empty calories.
Step 1
Peel a banana that's almost ripe. Opt for one that's mostly yellow but has a slight green tint near its ends.
Step 2
Slice the banana in half lengthwise, then quarter it by cutting the two halves in half.
Step 3
Prepare a paste-like batter in which to fry the banana slices. Make a batter by stirring together 1/4 cup of pancake or waffle mix and 1/4 cup of water or milk. You can also try one egg mixed with 2 tbsp. of flour and a pinch of salt. Add 1 tsp. of sugar if you want to sweeten the batter.
Step 4
Preheat about 1 inch of peanut oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Dip the banana slices into the batter and roll them around to coat them completely. Lay them gently into the pan.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium. Fry the banana slices until their exteriors turn a golden-brown, which should take about three minutes. Flip the slices over a few times during cooking, including once within about five seconds of adding the banana into the skillet.
Step 6
Remove the banana slices with a slatted spatula. Hold each slice in the spoon over the pan while the excess oil drips down. Place the slices on a paper towel. Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on before the banana cools. Let it stand for a minute before eating.
Things You'll Need
- Knife
- 1/4 cup pancake or waffle mix
- 1/4 cup milk or water
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp. flour
- Salt
- Peanut oil
- Medium skillet
- Slotted spatula
- Paper towel
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
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