Zitumbuwa
Zitumbuwa is a popular Malawian sweet treat made from ripe bananas and flour. It's a characteristic pastry of African cuisine, often prepared by street vendors and home cooks alike. Easy to make, it's crispy on the outside, and soft and sweet inside. Often served sprinkled with honey or sugar. If you love banana sweets, Zitumbuwa is a great choice for breakfast or as a snack.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
2
Ripe bananas
150
g
All-purpose flour
50
g
Sugar
5
g
Baking powder
1
pinch
Salt
100
ml
Water
500
ml
Vegetable oil (for frying)
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Preparation Steps
1
Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large bowl with a fork until you have a smooth puree.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3
Add the mashed bananas and water to the dry ingredients, and mix until just combined, creating a medium-thick batter.
4
In a deep skillet or pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 340°F (170°C).
5
Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6
Remove the fried Zitumbuwa pieces and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7
Serve warm, drizzled with honey, sprinkled with sugar, or topped with chocolate sauce.
