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Kerala · Snack

Banana Chips

Traditional 2. Banana Chips recipe

🧺 Ingredients

• 2 large raw bananas (Nendra, ~600g)
• 1 tsp salt (5g)
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 4 cups water (960ml)
• Coconut oil for frying (2.5 cups/600ml)

👩‍🍳 How to make Banana Chips

1. Soak and season (5 mins, room temperature): Mix banana slices with 5g salt and ½ tsp turmeric in bowl. Add 4 cups water, stir—this adds bright yellow color. Drain completely in colander.
2. Heat oil (5 mins, high heat): Heat 2.5 cups coconut oil to 325°F/160°C. Oil should shimmer but not smoke.
3. Fry (12 mins, medium heat): Spread slices on paper towel to avoid sticking. Drop into hot oil in batches. Stir occasionally. Fry 10-12 minutes until crisp and light golden—should snap when bent, not chewy.
4. Drain and cool (3 mins): Transfer to paper towels. Cool completely before storing in airtight container (lasts 1 month).

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