Ah! You’re asking about Pisang Tanduk 🍌 — a type of banana also known as plantain, commonly used in Southeast Asian cooking. Here’s a simple recipe idea for Pisang Tanduk (Fried Plantains), a popular way to enjoy them:
Pisang Tanduk (Fried Plantains)
Servings: 2–3
Time: ~20 minutes
Ingredients
- 2–3 Pisang Tanduk (plantains), ripe but firm
- 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil
- Optional: sugar, cinnamon, or honey for sweetness
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the plantains
- Peel the Pisang Tanduk and slice diagonally into ½-inch thick pieces.
- Heat oil
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
- Fry plantains
- Add plantain slices in a single layer. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Optional sweet finish
- Sprinkle with sugar or drizzle honey while hot.
- Dust with cinnamon if desired.
- Serve
- Serve warm as a snack, dessert, or side dish.
Tips & Variations
- Savory version: Fry with a pinch of salt only and serve as a side to meat dishes.
- Caramelized plantains: Fry longer for a sweeter, caramelized exterior.
- Baked version: Arrange slices on a baking sheet, brush lightly with oil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
If you want, I can give a traditional Southeast Asian Pisang Tanduk dessert recipe, like Pisang Tanduk Goreng with coconut caramel sauce, which is richer and super delicious.
Do you want me to do that?
