Vietnamese Chuối Chiên (Crispy Fried Banana)

Name: Vietnamese Chuối Chiên (Crispy Fried Banana)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 pieces Ripe but firm bananas (e.g., Saba or regular bananas); 120 g Rice flour; 20 g Tapioca starch; 45 g Granulated sugar; 120 ml Coconut milk; 120 ml Water; 1 g Salt; 10 g Toasted sesame seeds (optional); 950 ml Vegetable oil for frying

Difficulty

easy

Time

30m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

Chuối Chiên is a popular Vietnamese dessert and street food, made from ripe yet firm bananas, deep-fried in a crispy, golden-brown batter. This sweet and savory treat is perfect as a quick snack or a delightful end to any meal. The batter, typically made from a blend of rice flour and tapioca starch, ensures a characteristic crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the soft, sweet banana inside. Bring this exotic flavor home and enjoy the simple yet impressive dessert of Vietnamese cuisine!

ingredients

4 Servings

8 pieces Ripe but firm bananas (e.g., Saba or regular bananas)120 g Rice flour20 g Tapioca starch45 g Granulated sugar120 ml Coconut milk120 ml Water1 g Salt10 g Toasted sesame seeds (optional)950 ml Vegetable oil for frying

Steps

Prepare Bananas

Peel the bananas. Place each banana on a cutting board and gently flatten it with another cutting board or the flat side of a wide knife, aiming for about 1 cm thickness. Do not mash them completely.

Make the Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together the rice flour, tapioca starch, sugar, and salt. Gradually add the coconut milk and water, stirring continuously until you have a smooth, lump-free batter. The consistency should be thicker than pancake batter but still pourable. If using, stir in the sesame seeds.

Fry Bananas

Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat (about 170-180°C / 340-350°F). Dip each flattened banana into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place them into the hot oil. Fry the bananas in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Flip them once or twice during frying.

Serve

Remove the fried bananas from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot. Optionally, sprinkle with a little more sesame seeds.

Extra Tips

► Don't overcook the bananas; they should remain creamy inside while being golden brown and crispy outside.

► The batter consistency should be similar to pancake batter; add a little more water if it's too thick.

► Serve immediately while hot, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 180g
Calories	250 kcal	450 kcal
Protein	2g	4g
Fat	15g	27g
Carbohydrate	28g	50g
Fiber	2g	4g
Sugar	15g	27g