Banana chips are a popular snack enjoyed by many for their crisp texture and natural sweetness. This homemade banana chips recipe allows you to make these delightful treats right in your own kitchen using fresh, raw bananas. Unlike store-bought versions that may contain added preservatives and artificial flavors, these homemade chips are all-natural and can be seasoned to your liking with salt and freshly crushed black pepper.
The preparation process involves slicing the bananas thinly, soaking them in water to prevent browning, and then frying them until they are golden and crispy.
Perfect for a quick snack, a lunchbox addition, or a party appetizer, these banana wafers are a healthy and satisfying alternative to traditional potato chips. Whether you’re looking for a way to use up extra bananas or simply want to enjoy a crunchy, homemade snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Homemade Banana Chips Recipe | Raw Banana Wafers
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized raw bananas
- 3 to 4 cups water
- Salt as required
- Freshly crushed black pepper as required
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
Preparing Banana Chips Slices
- Peel one banana first.
- Pour the water into a bowl.
- Using a mandoline slicer, slice the banana directly into the bowl of water so that the slices fall into the water.
- Take another banana and slice in the same way. Slice the rest of the bananas similarly.
- Heat oil for deep frying in a kadai or wok.
- Remove some of the banana slices from the bowl of water and dry them with clean kitchen towels or napkins.
Frying Banana Chips
- When the oil is medium hot, add the slices and fry on medium heat. Don’t overcrowd.
- Stir with a slotted spoon so that the slices don’t stick to each other.
- Fry until the sizzling and bubbles in the oil become less and almost disappear. The slices will have changed color and become crisp.
- Remove the fried banana chips with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- When they are cooled, immediately place them in an airtight jar or container and cover the lid tightly.
- Fry the remaining raw slices in batches in a similar manner.
- When all the banana chips are done and inside the jar, sprinkle salt and pepper in the jar. Shake the jar.
- Serve them whenever you or your family wants them.
