French Fries-like Banana

Banana fries are a dish made by slicing bananas into strips and frying them, similar to how traditional potato fries are prepared. This snack can be made using either ripe or unripe (green) bananas, depending on the desired taste and texture.

Try our simple yet delectable recipe combines the natural goodness of Saba bananas with the rich, satisfying taste of cheese or the classic touch of salt. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking for a quick and delicious snack, these banana fries are sure to impress.

Ingredients you’ll need

• Saba banana (unripe or green) : For this recipe, it is most recommended to use “saba” or “cardava” kind of banana. It is also important that the bananas are unripe or else you won’t have the crispiness we are looking for.
• Cooking oil : Any kind of cooking oil is fine, you may use olive oil for a much healthier snack.
• Cheese or Salt : You may use what flavor you like, my siblings do like cheese so I used cheese.

Why you’d love this Banana Fries

Not only are Saba Banana Fries incredibly tasty, but they also bring a nutritious alternative to the table. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, they provide a healthier option without compromising on flavor. Fry them to golden perfection in just a few minutes, and watch as they disappear from the plate almost as quickly!

Storage

Even though it is highly recommended to consume the banana fries immediately after cooking to enjoy the best experience of their crispiness, you can still enjoy them later by partially cooking the sliced bananas, placing them in a sealable bag, and deep frying them again when ready to consume.

So, what are you waiting for? Give your snacks a creative upgrade and indulge in the mouthwatering experience of Saba Banana Fries today. Mix, season, and enjoy – your new favorite snack awaits!

Banana Fries

5.0 from 2 votes

Course: AppetizersCuisine: FilipinoDifficulty: Easy

Servings

5

servings

Prep time

2

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

17

minutes

With just three ingredients you’ll be able to enjoy this delectable snack.

Ingredients

• 16 pieces 16 Saba Banana

• 30 grams 30 Cheese powder

• 375 ml 375 cooking oil

Directions

• Peel the skin off the “saba” banana.
• Slice the banana into French fry-like sizes.
• Heat your pan on high and add cooking oil.
• When the cooking oil is very, very hot, fry the sliced bananas. Do not overcrowd.
• Fry until crispy, for 3 to 6 minutes, maintaining the oil at 350°F (175°C).
• When done, remove from the heat and season with cheese.
• Mix and enjoy!

Equipment

• Non-stick PanCheck it out now!

Notes

• The banana should be unripe.
• Ensure the banana strips are evenly sliced for consistent frying.
• Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding, which can lower the oil temperature and lead to uneven frying.
• Season the fries immediately after frying while they are still hot for better adherence of the seasoning.
• Feel free to choose your own seasoning, you may use salt, barbeque flavor, and ect.