Kerala Style Banana fritters Recipe
Kerala Style Banana Fritters, also known as "Ethakka appam" or "Ethakka Pazham Pori" in Malayalam, is a popular and traditional snack from the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is made by coating ripe plantains with a batter made of rice flour, coconut milk, and spices, and then deep-frying them until golden brown.Kerala Style Banana Fritters are known for their crispy and golden-brown exterior, with a soft and sweet interior. The batter used to coat the plantains is typically made with rice flour, coconut milk, and a blend of spices such as cardamom and cinnamon, which infuses the fritters with a sweet and aromatic flavor. The fritters are typically served hot and are often enjoyed as a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Salt
- Oil
Instructions
Pre-Cooking Preparation
- Peel the plantains and cut them into thick slices.
- In a bowl, mix together the rice flour, coconut milk, sugar, cardamom powder, cinnamon powder, and salt to make a batter.
- Heat oil in a deep pan or kadhai for deep-frying.
Cooking Steps
- Dip the plantain slices into the batter, making sure that they are well coated.
- Carefully add the coated plantain slices to the hot oil.
- Fry the fritters on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on a plate lined with paper towel.
- Serve the banana fritters hot, garnished with powdered sugar or honey if desired.
Notes & Tips
Notes & Comments
- Make sure that the plantains are ripe enough before using, as unripe plantains will not taste sweet.
- If the batter is too thick, you can add more coconut milk or water to adjust the consistency.
- You can also use all-purpose flour or wheat flour instead of rice flour.
- These fritters can be served as a dessert or a snack and are often enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Kerala Style Banana fritters Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
470
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Sodium
11
mg
0
%
Potassium
971
mg
28
%
Carbohydrates
103
g
34
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
44
g
49
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
2023
IU
40
%
Vitamin B1
0.2
mg
13
%
Vitamin B2
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
2
mg
10
%
Vitamin B5
1
mg
10
%
Vitamin B6
1
mg
50
%
Vitamin C
33
mg
40
%
Vitamin E
0.05
mg
0
%
Vitamin K
52
µg
50
%
Calcium
18
mg
2
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
93
mg
23
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.