CARDAMOM-SPICED BANANA MALPUA PANCAKE
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I ❤️ traditions!
For us, Sunday mornings = PANCAKES! 😋
We're on a mission to find the perfect gluten-free pancake! We LOVE experimenting with different grains to make them as wholesome and delicious as possible! Our son is slightly sensitive to eggs, so throw in vegan as well!
Challenge, accepted.
Getting close! There are two that we LOVE so far! A third was tasty, but wasn't quite as nutrient-dense for my picky doctor mind, so didn't make the cut. I'll share the other soon which is made with green plantain flour, oooooh! 😮
This one is a unique one! A marriage between a crepe and pancake made with bananas and cardamom. Mmmm [drool]...let that sink in...bananas & cardamom - one of my favorite flavor combos!
It's called a banana malpua, which is basically the American equivalent to a funnel cake, traditionally served up during festivals in Northern India. Similar to funnel cakes, it's also unhealthy, made with white flour, processed sugar, & fried. (womp womp)
WAIT. But not this one!
Thank you @myheartbeets for this tasty recipe!
You know me! To make it even MORE nutrient dense, we subbed rice flour with finger millet flour - one of my favorite ancient grains which is a complete protein, high in fiber, multiple essential nutrients, & naturally gluten-free! It’s also great for the gut.
I topped mine with blueberries & pistachios & skipped the maple as it had the perfect amount of sweetness for me! The riper the banana, the sweeter it'll be. Feel free to drizzle on some maple!
My problem? I could easily eat like 10 of these!
Do you have a wholesome, gluten-free, vegan pancake recipe our family can try? Do share! I can't wait to give it a go!
Cardamom-Spiced Banana Malpua Pancake
Serves 10-12
Ingredients
1 cup mashed overripe banana approx. 2 bananas
1 cup finger millet flour (available here)
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon cardamom, ground
1 cup full-fat coconut milk (not coconut “beverage”)
Coconut oil
Instructions
Combine ingredients in a blender or food processor.
Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Pour ¼ cup of the batter onto the pan.
Spread the batter into a thin circle. Add oil to the edges to get them crispy.
Cook for 2 minutes on each side.
Optional: Top with walnuts, pecans, or pistachios, fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Enjoy!
With much love ️❤️,
Dr. Narayan
