Banana Fritters
Banana Fritters, or Pisang Goreng, are a beloved Southeast Asian snack made by deep-frying battered bananas until golden and crispy. The batter typically consists of flour, rice flour, sugar, and sometimes a pinch of salt, with the bananas providing natural sweetness. This popular street food is commonly found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, often enjoyed as a sweet treat or afternoon snack.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Pisang Goreng is high in carbohydrates and fat due to the deep-frying process and the natural sugars in bananas. A single serving provides around 200-300 calories, with notable amounts of potassium and vitamin B6 from the bananas, though the frying adds significant fat content.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
Per 3 pieces (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Pisang Goreng is a quintessential example of how simple ingredients can be transformed into a beloved street food across Southeast Asia, with regional variations in batter thickness and sweetness. Its popularity has even inspired similar dishes worldwide, showcasing how bananas can be enjoyed in both sweet and savory forms across different cultures.
