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Banana cue

Banana cue is a staple Pinoy meryenda fare. Almost anywhere in the country you'd find fried caramel-sugar coated saba bananas on barbecue sticks. But in the homes, skewers are not part of the preparation as one can just enjoy with a fork. And I always crave for the ripe bananacue - soft and naturally sweet on its own on top of the coating. Good thing, there are just a few who prefer this kind. Lucky me! Here's a very simple recipe for a home-made banana cue. Happy cooking Ingredients Saba bananas (ripe and over ripe) Brown sugar Cooking oil Sesame seeds Procedure Thoroughly wash the bananas and pat dry. In a pan (or wok) over medium heat, place enough oil for deep frying.  Fry the bananas for 2-3 minutes. Add the sugar gradually and mix until it melts. Make sure each banana is evenly coated in the caramelized sugar. Remove from pan then sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve If you want the "experience", place 2-3 bananas in a skewer and enjoy ...