Ingredients
enough oil for deep frying 110g/4oz self-raising flour 1 tbsp baking soda 2 free-range eggs splash of iced fizzy water 2 bananas, sliced on the diagonal For the sauce 100g/3½oz caster sugar 85ml/3fl oz double cream 85g/3oz butter 50g/1¾oz hazelnuts, crushed
Method
1. Heat the oil in a large sauceoan ready for deep frying. (CAUTION: Hot oil can be dangerous, do not leave unattended). 2. Mix together the flour, baking soda, eggs and water to make a batter. 3. Dip in the slices of banana to coat, then fry in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes or until crisp and golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper. 4. For the sauce, caramelise the sugar by heating it gently in a hot pan until it turns golden. Once it's golden-brown, add the cream and butter and bring to the boil. Let it reduce for a minute or two, then add the hazelnuts. 5. Pour over the bananas fritters and serve.