Africa: Malawi: Malawian Zitumbuwa (Fried Banana Snack)
INGREDIENTS:
10 ripe bananas
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups maize meal
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
cooking oil for frying
INSTRUCTIONS:
Crush bananas. Add eggs and milk to bananas and mix well. Add salt, baking soda, and cornstarch to the banana mixture and mix well. The consistency of the mixture should not be too hard, not too soft, or watery. If the mixture is too stiff, add milk. If too runny, add cornstarch.
Heat oil in a deep pan. Use the mixture to form balls, the size of your balls will depend on the size of your fry. Take your ball and place it in the palm of your hand, then use your four fingers to flatten the ball.
Fry the mixture until light golden brown. Remove the cake and place it on a paper towel to absorb the oil.
