Banana Fritters
For the Batter
50g/2oz Plain Flour
¼ teasp Salt
1 Egg
150ml/4fl.oz. Milk
¼ teasp Baking Powder
Other ingredients
2 large Bananas
Lime or
lemon juiceVegetable oil for deep frying
Sugar for tossing
Make the batter by sieving the flour, baking powder and salt into a large
mixing bowl. Make a well in the centre, break the egg into it and add half the milk. Gently stir to mix. Continue adding the milk a little at a time and stirring constantly, until all the milk is added and the batter is smooth and lump free. Continue to beat for 5 minutes then cover the bowl with a plate or tea towel and set aside. Peel and slice the bananas diagonally into 6mm/¼ inch pieces. Coat thoroughly with batter. Heat the oil to 180C/350F and fry the coated banana pieces for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Drain on kitchen paper and sprinkle with lemon juice. Toss in sugar and serve hot as a dessert or at teatime.
