How to Make Banana Chips

Use firm, ripe bananas for the best results.

Fry or bake banana slices to make homemade banana chips. The baked method results in a healthier -- and sweeter -- version than the frying method. Fry your banana slices and add savory seasonings if you prefer a salty treat.

Things You'll Need

• 5 or 6 bananas
• Knife
• Cookie sheet
• Nonstick cooking spray
• Bowl
• Lemon juice
• Paper towels
• Honey
• Large bowl
• Water
• Ice
• Salt
• Tumeric powder
• Vegetable or coconut oil
• Frying pan
• Slotted spoon

Instructions

Baked Banana Chips

1. Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Peel the bananas. Cut each banana into thin slices, about 1/8-inch thick.

3. Coat your cookie sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

4. Pour a little lemon juice into a bowl. Dip the banana slices into the juice before placing them on the cookie sheet. Don't crowd the slices -- arrange them in a single layer.

5. Place the cookie sheet in the oven. Bake the banana slices for about 2 hours.

6. Remove the cookie sheet from the oven, flip the banana slices and bake them for another hour or two. Remove the banana chips when they're brown and crispy.

7. Place the banana chips on paper towels. Let them cool completely. Dip or soak the chips in honey for a sweet snack.

Fried Banana Chips

1. Peel the bananas. Cut each banana into thin slices, about 1/8-inch thick.

2. Sprinkle salt and tumeric powder into a bowl of ice water. Soak the banana in the ice water for about 10 minutes. Place the banana slices on paper towels. Blot them with more paper towels to remove the moisture.

3. Heat the oil in the frying pan. Add the bananas to the oil. Cook them in small batches for a minute or two, or until they're crispy.

4. Remove the chips with a slotted spoon. Place them on paper towels to remove the excess oil.

Tips & Warnings

• Use plantains instead of bananas for savory chips. Chefs usually use plantains in main and side dishes; only use black plantains in dessert recipes.

References

• Indian Food Forever: Banana Chips Recipe
• Dole: Banana Chips
• Kaboose: Banana Chips
• CDC: Plantains