Fried Saging Saba (Banana)
Experience the irresistible charm of Fried Saging Saba, a beloved Filipino snack that pairs the natural sweetness of ripe but firm saging saba (cardaba bananas) with a luscious caramel glaze. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients—bananas, brown sugar, and a touch of water—into golden, caramelized perfection. Fried in vegetable oil until tender and drizzled with a homemade sugar syrup, each slice boasts a beautiful balance of crisp edges and gooey sweetness. Perfect as a warm dessert or an indulgent mid-day treat, this delightful dish takes just 30 minutes to prepare and is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Serve it with a sprinkle of extra caramel or a dollop of ice cream for a truly magical experience.
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Saging saba (cardaba bananas), ripe but firm
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Peel the ripe but firm saging saba bananas and slice each one lengthwise into thirds.
Step 2
In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Step 3
While the oil is heating, mix the brown sugar and water in a bowl to create a thick sugar syrup.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the sliced bananas to the pan in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them.
Step 5
Fry the bananas for about 5 minutes or until the undersides are golden brown and slightly caramelized.
Step 6
Flip the banana slices and drizzle the sugar syrup over them evenly.
Step 7
Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the syrup to caramelize on the bananas while ensuring they don't burn.
Step 8
Once both sides are caramelized and the bananas are tender, remove them from the pan with a slotted spatula and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Step 9
Let the caramelized bananas cool slightly. Serve warm as a delightful snack or dessert.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (729g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2703 |
| Total Fat 210.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 45.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 235.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 182.7g | |
| Protein 3.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1392.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories