Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 ripe saba bananas
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 12 lumpia wrappers
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Frying pan
- Tongs
- Brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Peel and slice the bananas lengthwise into four pieces.
2. Spread a thin layer of peanut butter on each banana slice.
3. Sprinkle some chocolate chips on top of the peanut butter.
4. Place a lumpia wrapper on a flat surface and put a banana slice on one end.
5. Roll the wrapper tightly around the banana slice, tucking in the sides as you go.
6. Brush the edges of the wrapper with water to seal.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 until all the bananas are wrapped.
8. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened.
9. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
10. Fry the turon until golden brown, turning occasionally with tongs.
11. Remove the turon from the pan and drain on paper towels.
12. Drizzle the brown sugar syrup over the turon.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Frying temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 12 pieces
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 220
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of banana that is firm and ripe.
- You can use any type of nut butter instead of peanut butter.
- You can use any type of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
Variations:
- You can add shredded coconut to the filling.
- You can use Nutella instead of peanut butter.
- You can use caramel sauce instead of brown sugar syrup.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the banana slices are not too thick, or they will not cook through.
- Use a non-stick frying pan to prevent the turon from sticking.
- You can freeze the turon before frying for later use.
Storage instructions:
- Store the turon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the turon, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the turon on a platter with a drizzle of brown sugar syrup and some chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
- Chopped peanuts or cashews
- Shredded coconut
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Milk
Suggested side dishes:
- None, as the turon is already a dessert.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the turon is not crispy, the oil may not be hot enough.
- If the turon is too greasy, the oil may be too hot.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the oil is not smoking before frying.
- Be careful when handling hot oil.
Food history:
- Turon is a popular Filipino snack made with bananas and lumpia wrappers.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and chocolatey.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the turon as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Philippine