🇪🇹 Ethiopia · Dessert
Spiced Honey Bananas
By eatmundo · September 8, 2026
🇪🇹 ETAI-generated imageA simple and comforting warm dessert featuring sautéed bananas coated in a rich honey and butter sauce, elevated by classic Ethiopian spices.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Peel 4 bananas and slice them in half lengthwise.
- 2
Melt 30g clarified butter in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat.
- 3
Add the bananas to the pan and sear until slightly golden.
- 4
Drizzle 60ml honey over the fruit.
- 5
Sprinkle with 0.5 tsp cinnamon, 0.25 tsp cardamom, and a pinch of salt.
- 6
Continue to simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce bubbles and thickens.
- 7
Serve warm immediately, potentially spooning extra sauce over the top.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Honey Bananas?+
Spiced Honey Bananas are a quick and popular dessert in Ethiopia, especially in regions where bananas are abundant. They are pan-seared in butter and finished with honey and warming spices for a simple yet elegant treat.
Should the bananas be ripe?+
Use firm, yellow bananas; if they are too ripe, they will turn into mush during the searing process.
Can I substitute the cardamom?+
Cardamom is a signature spice, but you can use a touch of cloves or nutmeg for a different aromatic twist.
What is the best way to serve them?+
They are best served warm straight from the pan, perhaps alongside a scoop of vanilla yogurt or cream.
Is it okay to caramelize the honey?+
Be careful; you want to warm it until it thickens, not darken it until it turns bitter.
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