Jamaican Red Banana Fritters
(Makes approximately 12 portions)


2 extra ripe bananas
1 ripe banana
1 Cup Flour
1⁄4 Cup brown sugar
1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 Tablespoon Banana Rum
1⁄2 Cup Milk
1⁄4 teaspoon Crushed black pepper
1⁄4 teaspoon Kitchen D. Orr Sweet Seasons
1⁄4 teaspoon salt

Oil for Frying
Powdered sugar and Sweet Seasons for garnish
Crème Anglaise with rum for dipping, optional

Directions:
Ø Mash the 2 extra ripe banana until it forms a chunky puree.

Ø Mix with the flour, sugar, baking powder, vanilla, rum, milk and seasoning until a nice batter forms.

Ø Dice the remaining banana into 1⁄4 inch dice and fold in.

Ø Chill until needed, at least 15 –20 minutes.

Ø Fry in 350 degree oil until crisp. Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease and sprinkle with powdered sugar and spices.

Serve with ice cream or Crème Anglaise to dip.

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