| Preparation time | 10 min |
| Cooking Time | 15 min |
| Ready In | 25 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Banana chips can be made using either ripe or unripe bananas, with the unripe variety being less sweet and more starchy. The bananas are sliced thinly using a mandolin or knife and then fried in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
Fried banana chips are a common snack in many parts of the world, particularly in Southeast Asia and India. They are often sold in small bags or packets and are enjoyed as a crunchy and flavorful snack. They can also be used as a topping for desserts or as an ingredient in savory dishes.
Ingredients
Directions
- Peel the bananas and slice them thinly using a mandolin or sharp knife. Try to cut the bananas in slices that are about 1/8 inch thick.
- Heat about 1-2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. You want the oil to be hot but not smoking (around 350-375°F).
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add a handful of banana slices to the pan. Fry them for 1-2 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, using tongs to flip them over halfway through cooking.
- Once the chips are cooked, remove them from the pan using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil.
- Repeat the process with the remaining banana slices, frying them in small batches until all the slices are cooked.
- If desired, sprinkle the chips with salt or sugar to taste while they are still warm. Serve right away or keep for up to a week in an airtight container.
Enjoy your homemade fried banana chips as a snack or as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or oatmeal!
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