Banana Rice Bread (Liberia)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 16
Enjoy the unique taste of Banana Rice Bread (Liberia)
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Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups rice flour or 1 1/2 cups cream of rice
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup currants or 1/4 cup raisins
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
2 ripe bananas , mashed
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
300
Sugar
14g
Fat
16g
Banana Rice Bread is a popular bread in Liberia often eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This bread is gluten-free and made with rice flour instead of wheat flour. It is a great alternative for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity and best eaten served with butter, jam, or honey. The mashed bananas add a sweet flavour and moist texture to the bread. This unique bread can be enjoyed on its own as a snack or with a meal as a side dish, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together rice flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and currants/raisins.
3.In a separate bowl, beat eggs then add milk, mashed bananas, and vegetable oil. Mix well.
4.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5.Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
6.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the bread.

PROS

Banana Rice Bread is a delicious and unique bread that is perfect for breakfast or a snack.

It is gluten-free and contains no wheat flour, making it a great option for those with celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity.

CONS

This bread may not have the same texture or rise as traditional wheat bread, and it may be denser and heavier.

Some people may not enjoy the taste of rice flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are a great source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium which can help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Also, rice flour is gluten-free and may be a healthier option for those with gluten sensitivities.

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