Mexican Fried Bananas – I used to live in Southern Mexico (Tabasco, to be exact) where bananas grow wild just like the monkeys. No. Not kidding.
I fell in love with this dessert at first bite. So yummy and so delicious. The best part is that it is ready in minutes.
All you need are a handful of ingredients and grab a fork… It’s dessert time!
More Mexican Desserts You’ll Love:
Conchas
Carlota de Limon
Pastel de Tres Leches
Apple Empanadas
How to Make It
- Slice the plantains.
- 1 plantain per person.
- Sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
Have all your ingredients ready. This is a very simple dessert, and it comes together in minutes.
These are ripe plantains. The skins will be black not green. If they are green, leave them on the counter for a few days until they turn black.
Can I fry bananas instead of plantains?
Yes! You can also use regular bananas.
Bananas are a very popular ingredient in Mexican recipes. Add a few slices to Avena (Mexican Oatmeal) or make Banana Agua Fresca.
- Melt butter and add the plantains.
- Stir occasionally with your spatula.
Don’t go far. This will literally take minutes. About 2 minutes on each side.
What is the difference between a banana and a plantain?
Plantains are a type of banana. They have a higher concentration of starch and lower in sugar. Do not eat them raw even if you’re tempted to. They will have the texture of a banana but without the taste.
Bananas, on the other hand, are sweet, good as snacks, and eaten raw.
- Remove from the skillet and place on a plate.
- Drizzle with sweetened condensed milk.
Plantains, when pan fried, crisp up around the edges, but they are still soft inside.
How much sweetened condensed milk to add is up to YOU. You can add as much as your heart desires!
Pro Tip:
Look for the smaller containers of sweetened condensed milk with an easy open top. They are meant for single use. That way, you don’t have to transfer any unused sweetened condensed milk to another container and make a sticky mess.Other Toppings to Add:
- Queso Fresco
- Cotija Cheese
- Nuts
- Chocolate Chips
Is fried banana good for you?
Plantains are a good source of nutrients – potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and fiber. In terms of desserts, this dessert is much better for you than others.
What is a Mexican banana called?
In Mexico and in Spain, a banana is called a plátano. Other Spanish speaking countries call it banana.
Try These Mexican Desserts Too:
Fresas con Crema
Flan
Cajeta
Bunuelos
How Long Does It Last?
In the fridge, Mexican Fried Bananas will last up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended as the bananas or plantains will become too mushy.
Delicious, creamy, and yummy. These Mexican Fried Bananas make the most amazing and EASY dessert. Perfect for busy nights and always a hit!
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Mexican Fried Banans
Ingredients
- 2 plantains (or regular bananas)
- ½ tspn ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoon butter
- ½ 14-ounce sweetened condensed milk container
Instructions
- Slice the plantains.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter.
- Add the plantains to the skillet.
- Cook for 2 minutes on each side.
- The edges should be golden and slightly crispy.
- Remove from the skillet.
- Drizzle with sweetened condensed milk.
- Enjoy!
Love this! Made it twice now, and husband says I can make this every night!
Thank you for having a recipe site. We love Mexican food and appreciate
your authentic and delicious recipes.
That’s wonderful to hear! Glad your husband approves. 🙂
What do you have for a diabetic?
Hi there, I have plenty of diabetic Mexican recipes on here, but I don’t label them as such. The main thing is removing the carbs – anything without beans or rice. Or simply substituting.
Wow…these look amazing!! Cinnamon, butter, and sweetened condensed milk, what’s not to like about this?? YUM!!
Thank you very much. Hope you try this recipe!
You’re speaking my language! Only 4 ingredients and I am a sucker for condensed milk too!
Simple is sometimes better!
Yum! This Mexican Fried Bananas recipe is the perfect dessert for my wife, Maggie!
Glad you like it. Hope you can try it!
I’ve never fried bananas before, they look scrumptious!
Hope you can try it!
Oh, that sweetened condensed milk takes these fried bananas to another place!
Thank you very much. Hope you try this recipe.
Fantastic dessert recipe, love fried bananas!
Right! Who doesn’t? So easy and delicious.
This recipe sounds so amazing and reminds me of visiting Mexico every summer as a kid. I can’t wait to make this with the drizzle of condensed milk, yum!
Great. It’s a really yummy dish. Hope you try it!