Whole30 Bananaque
Indulge in a healthier twist on a beloved Filipino street food with this Whole30 Bananaque recipe! Featuring naturally sweet saba bananas or plantains, this guilt-free treat is caramelized to perfection with coconut sugar and cooked in nutrient-rich coconut oil, ensuring rich, tropical flavors with every bite. Skewered for a fun, portable presentation, these golden-brown delights are perfect as a quick snack, dessert, or even a unique party food option. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is both gluten-free and compliant with Whole30 guidelines, making it a wholesome, crave-worthy treat you can feel good about. Enjoy them warm for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that redefines comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces ripe saba bananas (or plantains)
- 0.5 cup coconut sugar
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 6 pieces bamboo skewers
Directions
Step 1
Peel the saba bananas and set them aside. If you're using larger plantains, cut each into two equal parts.
Step 2
Insert a bamboo skewer through the center of each banana lengthwise, ensuring that the skewer goes through the entire banana.
Step 3
In a large, non-stick frying pan over medium heat, add the coconut oil and allow it to melt completely.
Step 4
After the oil is hot, carefully place the skewered bananas into the pan. Cook them, rotating occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
Step 5
Sprinkle the coconut sugar evenly over the bananas in the pan. Stir gently to ensure the sugar melts and coats the bananas, forming a caramel glaze. Keep stirring until all bananas are covered, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the Bananaque from the pan and place them on a tray lined with parchment paper. Allow them to cool slightly.
Step 7
Serve the Bananaque warm and enjoy your healthier Whole30 treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1134.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2043.0 |
| Total Fat 58.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 47.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 27mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 405.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 247.9g | |
| Protein 11.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 27.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4491mg | 0% |
Source of Calories