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