Brown Rice with Fried Bananas from Angola

Transport your taste buds to Angola with this wholesome and flavorful dish of **Brown Rice with Fried Bananas**. This recipe combines the nutty texture of perfectly cooked brown rice with the caramelized sweetness of golden fried bananas, lightly spiced with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Quick to prepare and rich in natural, wholesome ingredients, this Angolan-inspired meal is both nourishing and delightfully exotic. A drizzle of honey adds a subtle sweetness, while optional fresh parsley gives a pop of color and freshness to round off the dish beautifully. Whether served as a comforting main or a unique side dish, this recipe is a celebration of simple, bold flavors from Southwest Africa. Perfect for a nutritious yet decadent meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 pieces ripe bananas
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the brown rice and salt, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the banana slices into the skillet in a single layer.

Step 5

Fry the bananas for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and caramelized. Sprinkle the ground cinnamon evenly over the bananas while they are cooking.

Step 6

Remove the fried bananas from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 7

Fluff the cooked brown rice with a fork and transfer it to serving plates. Top the rice with the fried bananas.

Step 8

Drizzle the optional honey over the bananas for added sweetness, and garnish with fresh parsley for a hint of freshness, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful and wholesome dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	870.7

Total Fat 44.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2388.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 8.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 77.2mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 951.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 52.3%