Banana Cue is a popular Filipino street food made by frying ripe bananas in caramelized sugar until golden and glossy, then serving them on a skewer. It is commonly sold by street vendors and enjoyed as a quick sweet snack. The outside is slightly crisp and sticky, while the inside stays soft and naturally sweet.
😌 Difficulty: Easy
⏱️ Preparation time: 5 min
🔥 Cooking time: 10 min
⏳ Total time: 15 min
👥 Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas (firm, not mushy)
- 80 g sugar
- oil for frying
- wooden skewers
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add bananas and fry until lightly golden.
- Sprinkle sugar into the pan.
- Let the sugar melt and coat the bananas.
- Turn bananas to cover evenly in caramel.
- Remove and place on skewers.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
SpinThatCuisine Tip 💡
Do not stir the sugar too early – let it melt first so you get a smooth caramel instead of grainy coating.