Easy Jamaican Banana Fritters Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Batter Mix
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3 medium ripe bananas, ready for mashing
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
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A pinch of salt
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1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
→ For Cooking
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Neutral cooking oil for frying
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mash your ripe bananas with a fork until they're smooth but still have some texture.
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Blend in the brown sugar, vanilla extract, aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and that tiny pinch of salt. Gently sift the flour over the mixture and stir everything together until you have a well-combined, smooth batter.
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Pour enough oil into a 10-inch skillet to cover the bottom and heat over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of your banana batter into the pan. Watch for golden edges and bubbles forming on top - that's your signal to flip! Cook the other side until it's equally golden brown.
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Transfer your crispy fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil. Serve them up while they're still warm and delightfully crispy!
# Notes:
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The more spotted and ripe your bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your fritters will be - adjust the sugar to taste
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These fritters are meant to be thinner and more moist than pancakes - don't expect a fluffy texture
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If you're using a cast iron skillet, reduce the heat to medium instead of medium-high to prevent burning