Banana cue is a popular Filipino street snack made with saba bananas and brown sugar, deep fried until golden brown. With a crunchy caramelized exterior and soft interior, they’re served on skewers for the ultimate on-the-go treat..
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
3 cups avocado oil (720 mL), for frying
6 ripe saba bananas, peeled
½ cup brown sugar (100 g), packed
Special Equipment
6 bamboo skewers, 8 in (20 cm)
How to Make It
1. Step
Heat the avocado oil in a large diameter wok or skillet over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches 350°F (180°C).
2. Step
Carefully add the bananas to the hot oil, then sprinkle the brown sugar over the bananas. Fry for 2 minutes without stirring to allow the sugar to caramelize. Carefully turn bananas with tongs or a wok spatula to coat with the caramelized sugar. Continue frying, turning frequently, until the bananas are deep golden brown in color, 3–5 minutes.
3. Step
Remove the bananas from the oil and place on parchment paper and let sit until cool enough to touch, about 5 minutes.
4. Step
Insert 1–2 skewers into the bottom of each banana cue. Serve immediately.