Crispy Pisang Goreng (Indonesian Banana Fritters Recipe) Recipe
Crispy Pisang Goreng, or Indonesian Banana Fritters, are a delightful snack featuring ripe bananas coated in a light, crunchy batter made with a blend of flours and fried to golden perfection. This recipe balances sweetness and crispiness, making it a perfect treat to enjoy warm with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 banana slices
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients
Batter
- 50 gr butter or margarine
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tsp salt
- 45 gr cake flour
- 15 gr rice flour
- 60 gr glutinous rice flour
- 60 gr tapioca flour
- 150 ml water (add more if you want a thinner batter)
- 20 gr white sesame seeds (optional)
Bananas
- 20 slices ripe bananas (any kind, sliced lengthwise or diagonally)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas: Slice the ripe bananas either lengthwise or diagonally according to your preference. Set the slices aside for coating.
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the butter, sugar, and salt until smooth and well combined. Gradually add the cake flour, rice flour, glutinous rice flour, and tapioca flour; for a smoother batter, sift the flours before adding. Slowly pour in the water while stirring to create a thick batter that can easily coat the banana slices. If desired, stir in the white sesame seeds to add extra aroma and flavor.
- Coat the Bananas: Dip each banana slice fully into the batter, ensuring an even and thorough coating on all sides.
- Heat the Oil: Pour enough oil into a pan to shallow fry the fritters. Heat over medium heat. To test if the oil is ready, dip a wooden chopstick or bamboo stick into the oil; if small bubbles form around it promptly, the oil is hot enough for frying.
- Fry the Fritters: Carefully place the batter-coated banana slices into the hot oil. Fry until the exterior is golden brown and crispy, turning as needed to evenly cook all sides. This usually takes a few minutes per batch.
- Drain Excess Oil: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried banana fritters onto a plate lined with paper towels. This helps absorb any excess oil and keeps the fritters crispy.
- Serve: Serve the pisang goreng warm alongside a cup of tea or coffee to enjoy their perfect balance of a crunchy outside and sweet, soft inside.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness of the batter by adding more or less water; a thinner batter will create a lighter crust.
- Using a mix of different flours gives the fritters a uniquely crispy texture and chewiness.
- Sesame seeds are optional but add a lovely nutty aroma and texture.
- Choose ripe but firm bananas to ensure they hold shape during frying.
- Maintain medium heat to avoid burning the batter before the inside cooks through.
- Serve immediately for the best texture, as the fritters tend to soften if left out.
