Green Banana Fries Recipe
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Green Banana Fries

"I learned about this when I was in Kenya. I've never tasted better fries nor more nutritious fries. Potatoes aren't that common in Kenya but bananas and roots are. They taste as good as any fast food French fries and are healthier. Green bananas are the healthiest because they have all their vitamins where ripe ones lose most of them because they're too ripe. Green banana's do not have a strong banana flavor at all. It's very deceptive and very healthy. I couldn't stop eating them."

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 5 small unripe (green) bananas
  • 1 quart oil for frying, or as needed
  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. Peel the bananas using a knife, as they are not ripe and will not peel like a yellow banana. Slice into long thin wedges or strings to make fries.
  2. Heat the oil in a heavy deep skillet over medium-high heat. If you have a deep-fryer, heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place the banana fries into the hot oil, and fry until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oil, and drain on paper towels. Pat off the excess oil, and season with salt. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 214 | Total Fat: 15.3g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 16, 2011 by BONO1   view full review
I fried these in olive oil to make them even more healthy. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2005 by PADDIE5   view full review
Yum, Amazing! With a little ketchup, you couldn't tell the difference! Be sure to use small...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2009 by Granny Shanny   view full review
I had made banana fries before I found this posting, and I want to add that for people who...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2007 by Malina   view full review
Thanks so much for sharing! I made these for my family because they LOVE french fries and I am...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2005 by Victoria M.H.   view full review
This is an excellent french fries substitute. I am not a banana person I don't like the flavor...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 8, 2008 by Sara   view full review
Yummy! We loved these fries - especially the kids. I fried them in peanut oil and sprinkled...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 2, 2008 by Erica   view full review
so simple and delish! there's still a hint of banana taste, but coupled with a little salt it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2008 by angelajoh   view full review
Mmmm. This is really good. The bananas I used were probably not green enough, but still turned...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2007 by PdxCmCooker   view full review
This is fantastic. My Niece and Nephew who are the worlds pickist eaters couldn't stop eating...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2007 by SarahBeez   view full review
Very good! I used Safflower oil and they were great... I didn't have any problems with them...

 

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