South Indian-Style Crispy Banana Fritter Recipe

By Krati Purwar

February 9, 2025

Banana fritters are popular snacks across South India. They are enjoyed in the evening with tea or coffee. The spiced and sweet deep-fried recipe is an ideal addition to the high-tea menu if you are hosting one.

Ingredients

½ cup besan 2 bananas Salt to taste ¼ tsp turmeric powder 2 tbsp rice flour Oil for frying ½ tsp cardamom powder 1 tsp red chilli powder A pinch of salt Water as needed

Step 1

Add salt, cardamom powder, turmeric, besan, and rice flour in a bowl.

Step 2

Pour water into the bowl to prepare the slurry.

Step 3

Dip bananas into the slurry and add them into the hot oil.

Step 4

Deep-fry until the fritters are crispy.

Step 5

Serve the banana fritters with chutney of your choice and coffee.