Thai Banana Fritters

Thai Banana Fritters are crispy, golden treats that blend the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, airy batter made from coconut flour. This delightful Paleo dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping things healthy and gluten-free.

Ingredients

• Ripe bananas - 2 medium
• Coconut flour - 4 tablespoons
• Arrowroot powder - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut milk - 60 ml
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sea salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Coconut oil - for frying

Steps

1. Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a bowl until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut flour, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, and sea salt.
3. Add the mashed bananas, coconut milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until a thick batter forms.
4. Heat coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot.
5. Spoon dollops of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
6. Fry the fritters for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
8. Serve warm, optionally with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon or a drizzle of honey if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in potassium from bananas, which supports heart health.
• Coconut flour is high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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