Banana Fritters

Ingredients

• 4 large bananas, (super ripe (1½ cups mashed))
• ¾ cup (100g) whole wheat flour
• ¾-1 cup (100-120g) all-purpose flour
• 2-4 tablespoons (25-50g) brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder
• ½ teaspoon (2-3g) salt (or more to taste)
• 1 teaspoon (2-3g) nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon (2-3ml) vanilla
• oil (for deep frying)
• confectioners sugar ((optional))

Steps

1. 1

   Mash bananas with a fork or puree them in a food processor or blender.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, mix mashed bananas, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to the consistency of a creamy batter.

3. 3

   Finally, add nutmeg and vanilla. Let rest for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Pour about ½ inch of oil into a large skillet (cast iron is perfect), and heat on medium-high (375℉/190℃) until shimmering but not smoking.

5. 5

   Scoop the batter and fry it in batches until golden, turning once, about 5 minutes. Do not overcrowd the pan (it will cause the fritters to absorb excess oil and become soggy).

6. 6

   Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters and place them on paper towels to drain. Serve warm.