Cantabrian Banana Delight

Ingredients

In the original French Banana Glace, the dish is typically prepared as a sweet dessert, focusing on the natural sweetness of the bananas. However, in this Cantabrian adaptation, the dish takes a savory turn by incorporating local ingredients such as anchovies and olives. The addition of these ingredients adds a unique flavor profile and transforms the dish into a savory delight. We alse have the original recipe for Banana glace, so you can check it out.

• 4 ripe bananas 4 ripe bananas
• 4 anchovy fillets 4 anchovy fillets
• 8 pitted green olives 8 pitted green olives
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt, to taste Sea salt, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 20g, 10g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Peel the bananas and place them on a baking sheet.
3. 3.
   Bake the bananas for 10 minutes, or until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
4. 4.
   Remove the bananas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, mash the anchovy fillets and olives together to create a paste.
6. 6.
   Spread the anchovy and olive paste over the caramelized bananas.
7. 7.
   Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the bananas.
8. 8.
   Sprinkle with sea salt to taste.
9. 9.
   Place the bananas back in the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the topping is heated through.
10. 10.
    Serve the Cantabrian Banana Delight warm and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Anchovies — Make sure to use high-quality anchovy fillets packed in olive oil for the best flavor.
• Olives — Choose pitted green olives for this recipe to avoid any unwanted bitterness.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme over the Cantabrian Banana Delight before serving.
• If you prefer a stronger anchovy flavor, you can add more anchovy fillets to the paste.
• Serve the dish with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious flavors.

Serving advice

Serve the Cantabrian Banana Delight warm as a unique and unexpected dessert. The combination of sweet caramelized bananas with the savory anchovy and olive topping creates a delightful contrast of flavors.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Cantabrian Banana Delight on individual plates, ensuring that each banana is topped generously with the anchovy and olive paste. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the dish and sprinkle with sea salt for an elegant finishing touch.