Vegetarian Fried Saging Saba (Banana)

Indulge in the sweet and savory delight of Vegetarian Fried Saging Saba, a Filipino classic made with caramelized Saging Saba bananas. This easy-to-make treat combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a luscious brown sugar syrup, lightly enhanced with a pinch of salt for that perfect balance of flavors. Gently fried to golden perfection in vegetable oil and coated in the rich syrup, each bite offers a satisfying crunch on the outside and a soft, tender interior. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile snack can be enjoyed warm as a midday treat or a unique side dish. Perfect for plant-based eaters and anyone craving a taste of traditional Filipino cuisine, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

6 pieces Saging Saba (Banana)
0.25 cup Brown sugar
0.5 cup Vegetable oil
0.25 cup Water
0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel the Saging Saba and slice each banana into half lengthwise.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the brown sugar in water to create a syrup and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the sliced Saging Saba in the pan. Fry them until they are golden brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Flip the bananas and fry the other side until golden brown and cooked through, another 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Lower the heat and carefully pour the brown sugar syrup over the fried bananas. Add the salt, and allow the mixture to caramelize slightly.

Step 7

Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to coat the Saging Saba in the syrup evenly.

Step 8

Once the bananas are well coated and the syrup is slightly thickened, remove from the heat.

Step 9

Serve warm, either as a snack or a side dish.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(809.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1573.8

Total Fat 106.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 608.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 107.2g
Protein 6.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 63.7mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 2196.2mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 41.4%