Green Banana Chicken Fritters with Honey Mustard Sauce
- James Evans
- Feb 5
- 3 min read
Scrumptious Banana Chicken Fritters with
Honey Mustard Dip
Are you ready to dive into a unique and delicious culinary experience? Today, we're going to explore the fantastic recipe of Banana Chicken Fritters paired with an irresistible Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a fusion of flavours and are looking to try something out of the ordinary. Let's get started!
Why Bananas?
You might be wondering, "Bananas in a savory dish?" Yes, exactly! Today, we're using ladyfinger bananas, which are slightly under ripe. These bananas bring a unique flavour and texture to the fritters and blend beautifully with the rest of our ingredients.
Ingredients You Will Need
For the Banana Chicken Fritters:
- 5 green ladyfinger bananas
- 1 whole onion, diced
- 1kg of chicken mince
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup of plain flour
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional for extra kick)
- 1 tablespoon of coriander
- 1 tablespoon of parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce:
- ½ a cup of Greek yogurt (or a mix of a ¼ cup sour cream and a ¼ cup cream cheese)
- 4 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- A pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preparing the Banana Chicken Fritters:
1. Boil the Bananas: First, boil the green bananas for about 20-30 minutes until they soften. You'll know they're ready when they split open, and a knife comes out with less starch.
2. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the bananas, then add diced onion, chicken mince, eggs, flour, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper. Stir everything until well combined.
3. Chill the Mixture: Allow the mixture to rest in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up slightly.
Making the Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce:
1. Mix Ingredients: Combine yogurt (or sour cream and cream cheese), Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix until smooth and well combined.
2. Chill the Sauce: Place the sauce in the refrigerator to let the flavours meld together.
Cooking the Fritters:
1. Form the Patties: Shape the chilled chicken mixture into patties, roughly 3 inches in diameter.
2. Fry the Patties: Shallow fry them in your choice of oil (I'm using tallow). Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
The Taste Test
These fritters brown beautifully and have a delightful texture reminiscent of fried potato. The bananas, surprisingly subtle in taste, add a healthy twist to these chicken patties. Without the dipping sauce, they're already delicious, but the honey mustard sauce takes them to another level. Together, they're simply made for each other.
Conclusion
This recipe is a must-try if you're looking for something different yet incredibly delicious. Whether you enjoy them as a main dish or a snack, these Banana Chicken Fritters will not disappoint. For more culinary adventures, don’t forget to check the full recipe details in the description below. Enjoy your cooking!
Thank you for joining me today. Happy cooking, and I hope you love these Banana Chicken Fritters as much as I do!
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Bon Appetite
James
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