Vietnamese Fried Banana (Chuối Chiên)

Calories: 376.86|Fat: 15.96|Carbohydrates: 58.75|Protein: 4.56 | 45

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The Chuối Chiên recipe is also known as Vietnamese Fried Banana – a crispy and sweet cherished dessert in Vietnamese culture where ripe bananas are transformed into golden, crispy delights that'll have you coming back for seconds.

Vietnamese Fried Banana (Chuối Chiên) The Chuối Chiên recipe is also known as Vietnamese Fried Banana – a crispy and sweet cherished dessert in Vietnamese culture where ripe bananas are…

Why You’ll Like It

Brings nostalgic memories of childhood banana fritters from Chinese restaurants.
Perfect for banana lovers, especially those who enjoy ripe bananas.
Features a unique batter made with rice flour and turmeric—a must-try for foodies.

Fun Facts!

Chou Chien (Vietnamese Fried Banana): Made with firmer chuối sứ bananas, sometimes marinated in sugar or coconut milk for extra flavor.
Frying Sweet Potatoes with Banana Fritters: Common in many Asian countries, sweet potatoes are fried with bananas to add a contrasting texture and flavor, making the snack more interesting to eat.
Other Asian Banana Fritters:
1. Pisang Goreng (Indonesia/Malaysia): Lightly battered, sometimes flavored with cinnamon or served with syrup or cheese.
2. Kluai Khaek (Thailand): Uses a coconut-flavored batter, sliced lengthwise.
3. Turon (Philippines): Wrapped in spring roll wrappers, often with jackfruit, and caramelized.

Vietnamese Banana Fritters (chuoi chien)

For the Perfect Vietnamese Banana Fritters

Soak the Sweet Potato: Soak the sweet potato in salt water to prevent darkening.
Frying Sweet Potatoes: It’s optional to fry the sweet potato, but if you do, choose a long and thin one.
Flour Substitutes: Ideally, use 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, but if necessary, you can replace it with potato starch, corn flour, or tapioca flour.

What You Need

Batter:

Rice Flour: Gluten-free, ideal for those on a gluten-free diet.
All-Purpose Flour: Can be replaced with tapioca or corn flour for a gluten-free option.
Sugar: Optional; omit if following a low-sugar diet.
Other Flavorings: Add a pinch of salt and turmeric for authentic flavor.

Banana Fritters:

Chuối Sứ Bananas: Or use small bananas, sliced vertically.
Sweet Potato: Thinly sliced, soaked in salt water.
Coconut: Thinly sliced.
Oil: For frying.

Saving the Chuối Chiên Fritters for Later

Room temperature: Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Refrigerate: For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week
Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster oven or oven to maintain crispness.

Serving Suggestions

Imagine you’ve just pulled a batch of golden banana fritters from the fryer. As they cool slightly, you dust them with a generous sprinkle of powdered sugar, creating a snowy white contrast against their crispy surface. For an extra touch, drizzle a bit of honey over the top, allowing it to seep into the warm fritters. Their enticing aroma makes them almost impossible to resist.

Arrange the fritters on a plate with a few slices of fresh fruit to add a burst of freshness, blending perfectly with the crispy, sweet, and sticky warmth of the fritters.

If you’re after savory treats, try a sprinkle of salt or serve them with a spicy dipping sauce. So yummy and much better than crisps!

Health Info

Calories: 376.86
Sugar: 21.33
Sodium: 51.83
Fat: 15.96
Carbohydrates: 58.75
Fiber: 8.33
Protein: 4.56

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Vietnamese Fried Banana Recipe

Author Caroline Sciberras

Servings 8 people

Calories 376.86

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Fat: 15.96|Carbohydrates: 58.75|Protein: 4.56

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Description

Ingredients

For the batter:

1 cup (150g) rice flour
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
a pinch of salt
¼ tsp turmeric powder optional
1 cup (240 ml) water

For the fried Banana Cake

8 bananas sliced vertically, and flattened in a plastic bag.
1 large sweet potato (large and thin) sliced and soaked in salt
1 piece coconut thinly sliced
cooking oil for frying

Instructions

For the batter

Mix flour, sugar, water, and turmeric powder in a bowl and stir well. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes

For the fried banana cake

Heat the oil until the wand is bubbly. Lower the heat to medium and start frying.
Dip the sweet potato, banana, and coconut in the batter. About to line up the shovel and gently push it into the frying pan.
Fry until the sweet potato and bonano fritters are golden brown on both sides.
Take it out and drain the oil.
Dip the bananas in the batter and drop gently in the frying pan until they are slightly yellow,
Take them out and dip them in the fried dough for a second time and then back to the frying pan. Doing so makes the outer layer very crispy and crispy for a long time.
Serve alone or sprinkled with powdered sugar, eaten with 1 ice cream, or dipped in coconut milk.

Recipe Notes:

1. Cooking Tips:

Soak the Sweet Potato: Prevent darkening by soaking in salt water.
Frying Sweet Potatoes: Optional; if frying, use long, thin slices.
Flour Substitutes: Use 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, or replace with potato starch, corn flour, or tapioca flour.

2. Storing: Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster oven or oven.

3. Serving: Enjoy warm, dusted with powdered sugar or honey, alongside tea, coffee, or fresh fruit.

4. Batter: Use rice flour for a gluten-free option, or all-purpose flour, tapioca, or corn flour. Add sugar, and a pinch of salt and turmeric for authentic flavor.

5. Banana Fritters: Use chuối sứ or small bananas sliced vertically, thinly sliced sweet potato soaked in salt, and coconut. Fry in oil.