• Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar by sifting them together.
• Mix the egg, milk, and melted shortening in a separate bowl.
• Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a smooth batter forms.  Despite being a stiff batter, the fritters will retain a refreshingly crisp texture even after cooking.
• Slice each banana into 3 chunks, lightly dust them with flour, and coat them with the fritter batter.
• Fry the coated bananas in hot deep oil (375 F) until they turn golden brown, ensuring to flip them regularly.
• Drain the fritters on paper towels.

For the Brandy Sauce

• Take a saucepan and add sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
• Pour in boiling water gradually while stirring constantly.
• Simmer the mixture over low heat for approximately 5 minutes, or until it becomes clear and thickened.
• Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in butter, brandy, and nutmeg.
• Serve the warm Brandy Sauce over the banana fritters.