rice w/fried bananas (sallye)

How To Make rice w/fried bananas (sallye)

• Step 1
  NOTE: It is important that bananas are green and firm; otherwise they will become soggy
• Step 2
  Place liquid stock in medium size saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil. Add rice and a pinch of salt, cover tightly and turn heat to low. Simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes just until tender and remove from heat. Keep covered and set aside to cool.
• Step 3
  Slice 2 bananas into 1/2 inch slices and place in a bowl with sugar. Toss gently so that all banana pieces are coated with sugar.
• Step 4
  Peel onion and finely dice. (Using food processor is easier and quicker). Set aside.
• Step 5
  Place 2 tablespoons of oil in large heavy skillet over medium high heat. When oil is shimmering, add the bananas in a single layer to the hot oil. Cook 1 or 2 minutes on each side until bananas are nice and brown. Transfer bananas to a plate and set aside.
• Step 6
  Add the 3 remaining tablespoons of oil to the pan, allow to heat for 1 minute, then add the onion. Sauté a few minutes until the onions are softened and translucent. Season with the cinnamon and allspice.
• Step 7
  Add the cooked rice to the onions and cook until heated through, stirring with a wooden spoon constantly. Remove from heat, add the bananas and fold into rice mixture with the wooden spoon.
• Step 8
  An excellent side dish for just about any kind of meat.
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