Banana Bajji is a delicious and healthy snack that your toddler will love! This easy-to-make Indian snack offers a great source of protein and fibre as well as vitamins and minerals important for growth and development. Try this simple, kid-friendly recipe with your little ones today! Perfect for lunch boxes or after-school snacks, and a great way to introduce flavours from India to your toddler in Australia.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: banana bajji, Indian, gluten-free
• Calories: 101
• Protein: 1.7 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fats: 3.2 g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 bananas (around 200 g, before cutting)
• 1 teaspoon of mild cumin powder
• 2 tablespoons of chickpea flour (19.5 g)
• 2 tablespoons of rice flour (19.5 g)
• 1/4 teaspoon of garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil (60 ml)

Directions

1. Start by peeling each banana and chopping it into bite sized pieces (about 1 cm thick). Place the pieces in a bowl
2. In a separate bowl, mix the chickpea and rice flours, garam masala, cumin, and pepper.
3. Take a few pieces of banana and dip them in the flour mixture, making sure all sides are covered, shaking off any excess flour.
4. Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the banana pieces.
5. Fry the pieces until they are golden brown and then flip them over to fry the other side.
6. Once they are golden brown on both sides, transfer them onto a plate lined with kitchen towels to drain off any excess oil.
7. Serve the Banana Bajji hot with your favorite chutney!

Recommended Sides

• Mint chutney
• Coriander chutney
• Tomato chutney

Tip: The secret to the perfect banana bajji is to not overcrowd the pan while you fry - otherwise they won’t cook evenly!

“My kids think these banana bajjis are entertainment! Give it a try to keep your little ones occupied!” - Steve, the master chef dad!