Banana Farina Bread Recipe

Discover a unique savory bread recipe from Liberia! This Banana Farina Bread is a fascinating twist on traditional baking, offering a hearty and flavorful experience. Unlike sweet banana breads, this recipe delivers a delightful savory taste, perfect for breakfast or a side dish. I unearthed this treasured recipe from my collection – a taste of Liberia waiting for you to explore!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 364 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
Banana Farina Bread

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Banana Farina Bread

  • 2 cups farina (or fine cornmeal)
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Baking Powder
  • Nutmeg
  • Salt
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • Eggs
  • Water
  • Canola Oil

How to Make Banana Farina Bread

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth.
  3. Add the farina, salt, baking powder, and baking soda to the mashed bananas. Mix well to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and water.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

10g

Carbs

11g