Sesame-Crusted Toffee Bananas Recipe

• Toss with Sugar:
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the quartered bananas.
  • Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of light muscovado sugar over the bananas.
  • Gently toss the bananas using a spoon or your hands until they are well-coated. This sugar will help caramelize the bananas as they cook.

2. Cook the Bananas:

• Heat the Griddle:

  • Place a griddle or a large non-stick skillet on the stove over medium heat. Let it warm up for about 2-3 minutes.

• Cook in Batches:

  • Once the griddle is hot, carefully add a few pieces of the coated bananas to the surface.
  • Important: Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. This ensures even cooking.

• Cook Until Golden:

  • Let the bananas cook for 2-3 minutes on one side. You want them to become sticky and develop nice grill marks.

• Flip the Bananas:

  • Using a spatula, gently flip the bananas over. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden and caramelized.
  • Tip: Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.

• Keep Warm:

  • Once cooked, transfer the bananas to a plate and place them in a warm oven (around 90°C or 200°F) to keep them warm while you cook the remaining batches.

3. Make the Caramel Sauce:

• Combine Ingredients:

  • In a medium saucepan, add the remaining 6 tablespoons of muscovado sugar, 2 tablespoons of butter, and 200ml of double cream.

• Melt the Mixture:

  • Heat the saucepan over low heat, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or whisk.
  • Keep stirring until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture is smooth, which should take about 5 minutes.
  • Important: Do not let it boil; you just want it to melt together.

• Add Sesame Seeds:

  • Once the sauce is smooth, stir in the 2 tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds. This adds a lovely nutty flavor and crunch.

• Make-Ahead Tip:

  • If you want to prepare the sauce ahead of time, you can make it up to a day in advance. Just reheat gently on the stove before serving.

4. Assemble the Dish:

• Prepare Serving Dishes:

  • Take 8 small serving dishes or bowls and place a few warm banana pieces in each one.

• Add Caramel Sauce:

  • Spoon the warm caramel sauce generously over the bananas. Make sure each dish gets a good amount of sauce.

• Top with Ice Cream:

  • Finish each serving with a scoop of high-quality vanilla ice cream. The cold ice cream pairs wonderfully with the warm bananas and sauce.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

• Final Presentation:
  • Serve the Toffee & Sesame Bananas immediately while they are warm, and the ice cream is melting slightly over the top.
• Extra Touch:
  • If desired, you can sprinkle a few extra toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish.

Enjoy your delicious dessert!