39min 4 ppl
Gluay Tod (Thai Fried Bananas)
33 minutes
4 people
Medium31–60 min or 7–12 steps
33 min · 6 steps
Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps
300 kcalper person
Protein 3g
Carbs 40g
Fats 15g
About this dish
Ripe bananas are dipped in a coconut and sesame batter and deep-fried until deep golden and crisp, for a classic Thai street-food snack.
Allergy Info
Sesame
Diet Info
Vegan
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- Bananasjust ripe, peeled, halved lengthways then crossways6 whole
Dried Goods
- Rice flourfor the batter100 g
- Desiccated Coconutfor the batter30 g
- White Sesame Seedsfor the batter15 g
- Caster sugarfor the batter30 g
Spices & Seasonings
- Fine sea salt1 pinch
Oils & Condiments
- Vegetable Oilfor deep-frying700 ml
Utensils
- Wok
- Mixing bowl
- Slotted spoon
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
Method
1
Whisk the rice flour, desiccated coconut, sesame seeds, sugar, salt and 120 ml water together in a bowl to make a smooth, thick batter.
Approx. 6 minutes
2
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok to 175°C.
Approx. 5 minutes
3
Dip the banana pieces into the batter, coating them completely.
Approx. 6 minutes
4
Fry the battered bananas in batches for 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden and crisp.
Approx. 10 minutes
5
Lift out with a slotted spoon onto kitchen paper to drain.
Approx. 3 minutes
6
Serve hot while the coating is still crisp.
Approx. 3 minutes
