Be the first to Rum is flamed to finish this simple banana dessert dish. This makes an impressive presentation with the lights off, but be sure to read the flambe tips before beginning.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 bananas
- 2 Tablespoons sunflower oil
- 4 Tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup white rum
- 1 lime, squeezed
Preparation:
Peel and halve the banana lengthwise. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Brown the bananas 5 minutes on each side. Add the sugar and pour in the rum. Cook for 2 minutes. Flambé. Sprinkle with lime juice and serve at once.Yield: 4 servings
Recipe Source: French Caribbean Cuisine by Stephanie Ovide (Hippocrene Books)
Reprinted with permission.
