A tropical treat of a side dish or dessert! Chunks of firm bananas are dipped in batter, fried golden brown and served with a sprinkling of powdered sugar.

Fried Bananas

6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 large egg, beaten

1/4 cup milk

4 firm bananas

Peanut oil for frying

Powdered sugar for sprinkling

1. Mix together the flour, sugar, egg and milk. Allow batter to rest for one hour, covered, at room temperature.
2. Peel the bananas and slice each one in half lengthwise, then across into chunks about 3-inches long. Dip the banana pieces into the batter and fry in hot oil for a few minutes or until golden brown all over. Drain quickly on a wire rack or paper towel.
3. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Serves 4.