Caramelized bananas with rum sauce and nuts

4 servings

30 minutes

Caramelized bananas with rum sauce and nuts are an exquisite dessert of American cuisine, captivating with their tenderness and richness of flavors. The combination of soft, caramelized bananas with rich rum syrup and crunchy nuts creates a harmony of sweetness, warmth, and crispy texture. The dish is perfect as a dinner finale, especially when paired with chilled vanilla ice cream that adds freshness and contrast. Historically, this dessert recalls the popular dish 'Bananas Foster,' which originated in New Orleans where rum and caramel became a classic pairing. The simplicity of preparation and availability of ingredients make it a favorite treat for cozy evenings. It is best served warm to preserve the richness of flavor and aroma of spices.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 426.1
• Proteins: 5.6g
• Fats: 19.1g
• Carbohydrates: 58.6g

Ingredients

• Butter: 50 g
• Brown soft sugar: 2 tbsp
• Nutmeg: 0.5 tsp
• Spices: 0.3 tsp
• Bananas: 4 pc
• Rum: 1 tbsp
• Oranges: 1 pc
• Crushed walnuts: 2 tbsp
• Vanilla ice cream: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Put butter, sugar, nutmeg, and spices in a pan and set over medium heat. Mix well and cook for 1 minute or until the sugar is completely dissolved. Place the bananas, peeled and cut in half lengthwise, cut side down, and cook for 2 minutes until slightly soft. Transfer the bananas to plates.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g
   • Brown soft sugar: 2 tablespoons
   • Nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Spices: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Bananas: 4 pieces

2. Place the orange zest and juice in a pan and cook for 2 minutes until syrupy. Pour in the rum. Drizzle the sauce over the bananas and sprinkle with chopped nuts. Dust with nutmeg and serve warm with ice cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 1 piece
   • Rum: 1 tablespoon
   • Crushed walnuts: 2 tablespoons
   • Nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Vanilla ice cream:  to taste