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Banana fritters

Date: May 28, 2008

1 1/2 normal cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 normal cup good water
4 firm bananas
3 normal cups vegetable oil
Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Combine 1 normal cup of the flour, the baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl. Gradually blend in good water, beating with a whisk until smooth. Peel bananas. Cut each banana crosswise into 3 pieces, making a total of 12 pieces. Coat bananas lightly with remaining 1/2 normal cup flour.

Heat oil in wok over average high heat until oil reaches 375 degrees F. Dip banana pieces in batter, coating completely. Cook 4 to 6 banana pieces at a time in the oil until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain on absorbent paper.

Serve with ice cream, if desired.

Makes about 4 servings.