Thai Fried Bananas Dessert
With a slightly sweet, incredibly crisp outer shell and creamy banana inside, these Thai fried bananas are one delicious Thai street food you don't want to miss!
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup club soda
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 bananas (see note 1)
Instructions
- 1
Make the Batter: Mix all of the dry ingredients together. Then add the club soda and continue to mix until the batter is free of lumps.
- 2
Slice the Bananas: Peel the bananas, then slice each one into 3 or 4 segments lengthwise. You want each banana segment to be roughly ¼" thick.
- 3
Fry the Bananas: Add a mild-flavored oil to a pot and heat over medium heat until the oil temperature is roughly 350°F.2 Dip each banana slice into the batter, ensuring it's completely coated, then place into the hot oil.3 Allow to cook until golden brown.
- 4
Serve: Once the bananas are golden brown, remove them from the hot oil and place on a paper towel to drain. Serve immediately while they are still warm.