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How to Make Banana Fritters: Malawian Recipes
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Learn how to make this favorite Malawian street food, banana fritters. One of Malawi’s popular recipes, banana fritters are a popular food to get at the local market or make at home. This recipe is easy to make for someone who wants to try Malawian food for the first time.
Ingredients
- Corn flour
- Ripe bananas
- Sugar (optional)
- A pinch of salt
- Water
- Cooking oil
How to Make Banana Fritters: A popular Malawian dish
Step 1: Mash bananas into a very fine paste (you can use a blender).
Step 2: If the bananas are not very sweet, you can add sugar to the banana paste according to your liking.
Step 3: Add a pinch of salt according to your liking.
Step 4: Add corn flour to the paste.
Step 5: If the mixture is too thick, add a bit of water- However, adding water is optional. If the mixture has the right consistency, you do not have to add water at all.
What’s the right consistency? The mixture must neither be too sticky nor hard. You should be able to make a soft ball with the mixture.
Step 6: Make small balls according to how big you want your fritters to be, then place the ball on your palm and use your other hand’s four fingers to flatten the ball.
Step 7: Fry in heated oil on medium heat to make sure that the fritters are well cooked inside.
Step 8: Banana Fritters are ready to serve! Enjoy this delicious recipe with a cup of coffee or tea, or just as an afternoon snack.
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