Banana Lumpia is a traditional Micronesian (from the Federated States of Micronesia) recipe for a classic dessert of sweetened banana quarters wrapped in lumpia (spring roll wrappers) that are deep fried before serving. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Micronesian version of: Banana Lumpia.
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Lumpia are originally from the Philippines, but like many Filipino dishes they have entered the cuisine of the Federated States of Micronesia.
Ingredients:
oil for deep frying
4 tbsp brown sugar, or as needed
6 large bananas, halved crosswise and then lengthwise
24 lumpia wrappers, (defrosted if frozen)
1 tbsp water, or as needed
Method:
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 180C).
Place the brown sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each banana quarter in the brown sugar until coated. Wrap a lumpia wrapper around each coated banana, sealing the last edge to the roll using a spoon or your finger dipped in water. Repeat with the remaining bananas and wrappers.
Working in batches, fry the lumpia in the hot oil until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Transfer the cooked lumpia to a paper towel-lined plate using a slotted spoon.
Some sugar may leak out the sides of the lumpia while cooling, but this is normal.
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