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Fried Bananas with Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce on a white serving plate
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Fried Bananas with Salted Caramel Coconut Sauce

Fried Saba Bananas are seriously addictive! Soft and sweet with a salted caramel sauce for dipping, they're delicious as a snack or dessert.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 307kcal
Author: Lalaine Manalo

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 6 pieces saba bananas, peeled and cut lengthwise into halves

For the Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce

  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add bananas in a single layer and fry, turning once or twice, until golden and crisp on both sides.
  • Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  • In a sauce pot over medium heat, combine coconut milk, brown sugar, and salt and whisk together until sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Continue to cook for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the mixture is reduced and thickened.
  • Drizzle over fried bananas.

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Notes

For a smooth, silky texture, simmer the coconut milk at medium heat and do not bring it to a boil lest it curdles and separates.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 189mg | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg