Looking for a fun and easy dessert recipe to try at home? Look no further than Banana Tempura! This sweet treat is a twist on the classic Japanese dish and is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. All you need are some ripe bananas, tempura batter mix, and a few basic kitchen tools. I’ll walk you through the steps to make this delicious dessert, so you can impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.
What is banana tempura?
Banana tempura is a delicious dessert dish made with fried bananas and ice cream. The bananas can be dipped in batter, fried, and then served on a plate with the ice cream.
It originated in Japan, where it is often served as a side dish to spicy foods like ramen or curry. It’s also popular in Thailand, where it’s called “Fried Banana”.
In some places, banana tempura is made by deep-frying slices of banana. In others, the bananas are cut into chunks and then dipped into the batter before frying them. This second version can be served warm or cold, depending on preference.
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Honey or chocolate sauce for dipping (optional)
how to make banana tempura
- Peel the bananas and cut them into 1-inch slices. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tempura batter mix and ice-cold water. Mix until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. The batter should be thin enough to coat the banana slices but not too runny.
- In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.
- Dip the banana slices into the tempura batter, making sure they are evenly coated.
- Carefully place the coated banana slices into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until the batter is golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the banana slices from the oil, and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Repeat the process with the remaining banana slices and batter.
- Once all the banana slices are fried, dust them with powdered sugar (optional) and serve with honey or chocolate sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the banana slices. If the oil is not hot enough, the batter will absorb too much oil and become soggy.
- Do not overcrowd the frying pan or pot with too many banana slices at once, as this will lower the temperature of the oil and result in unevenly cooked tempura.
- Use ripe but firm bananas for best results. Overripe bananas will become too mushy when fried.
- You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the tempura batter for extra flavour.
- Serve the Banana Tempura immediately after frying for maximum crispiness.
What to serve with?
Banana tempura is a delicious, crispy snack that goes great with any number of things. Here are some of our favourites:
- Serve it with peanut sauce for dipping!
- Try serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or even with a scoop of vanilla bean gelato.
- Serve with a side of orange juice for something sweet and citrusy.
- Serve alongside some chicken nuggets and fries for a fun dinner!
How do you make tempura not soggy?
The trick to making your tempura not soggy is to let the batter sit while you prep your other ingredients. This will help prevent the batter from absorbing too much oil, which can make it soggy.
Storage
To keep your banana tempura fresh, store it in the fridge. The best place to store it is in a plastic container (or, if you’re feeling fancy, a tin) with an airtight lid.
Health Benefits
Banana tempura is a delicious treat that’s also super healthy!
- Bananas are high in potassium, which helps keep your heart healthy. They’re also a good source of fibre, which helps keep your digestive system healthy and functioning properly.
- Banana tempura is also high in vitamin B6, which helps the body process protein.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 111
- Calories from Fat: 71%
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 8g
FAQ
Is tempura fried or baked?
Tempura is fried. It’s made with a batter that has a high starch content, which helps the batter absorb oil and prevent it from sticking to the pan.
Final Thoughts
It may seem like a simple recipe, but the rich flavour reveals itself in each bite. In only a few steps, you can have delicious banana tempura to go with a perfect cup of matcha tea.
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Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1 cup ice-cold water
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Honey or chocolate sauce for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and cut them into 1-inch slices. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the tempura batter mix and ice-cold water. Mix until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. The batter should be thin enough to coat the banana slices but not too runny.
- In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.
- Dip the banana slices into the tempura batter, making sure they are evenly coated.
- Carefully place the coated banana slices into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until the batter is golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the banana slices from the oil, and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Repeat the process with the remaining banana slices and batter.
- Once all the banana slices are fried, dust them with powdered sugar (optional) and serve with honey or chocolate sauce for dipping.
