Brazilian recipe
Pan-Fried Bananas with Sweetened Condensed Milk and Cinnamon (Banana frita com leite condensado e canela)
Discover a simple, comforting dessert: bananas seared in margarine, drizzled with sweetened condensed milk, dusted with cinnamon, and served well-chilled.
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Ingredients
1 tbsp margarine for frying
1 can sweetened condensed milk
3 large, ripe Cavendish bananas
1 pinch ground cinnamon to taste
1 can sweetened condensed milk
3 large, ripe Cavendish bananas
1 pinch ground cinnamon to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find bananas and ground cinnamon in the produce or baking aisles of local supermarkets like Super Value or Solomon's. Sweetened condensed milk and margarine are readily available in the baking or canned goods sections of grocery stores throughout the Bahamas.
Preparation method
- Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise, then cut those halves in half again, creating four pieces per banana.
- Melt the margarine in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Place the banana slices in the skillet and sear them until they are lightly golden and have softened in texture.
- Transfer the bananas to a heat-resistant serving dish.
- Drizzle the warm bananas with the sweetened condensed milk and sprinkle ground cinnamon evenly over the top.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator and let it chill until the dessert is very cold, almost frozen, before serving.
Observations
Pan-fried bananas with sweetened condensed milk are a staple Brazilian dessert, cherished for their effortless preparation and the harmonious balance between the fruit’s natural sweetness and the warm, aromatic bite of cinnamon. This dish is an ideal choice for a quick finish to any meal or when you are craving a straightforward, homemade treat.
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