RICE W/FRIED BANANAS (SALLYE)

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This is blatant takeoff of one of Dave Lieberman's recipes. I have changed it to suit our taste. I hope you will try it the next time you're craving a great rice recipe. You won't regret it.

Provided by sallye bates @grandedame

Categories     Rice Sides

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoon(s) olive oil
2 medium green bananas
2 teaspoon(s) granulated sugar
1 medium onion
1 pinch(es) ground cinnamon
1 pinch(es) ground allspice
1 cup(s) uncooked wild rice
2 cup(s) stock (vegetable, cicken or fish)

Steps:

  • NOTE: It is important that bananas are green and firm; otherwise they will become soggy
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Peel onion and finely dice. (Using food processor is easier and quicker). Set aside.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • An excellent side dish for just about any kind of meat.

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