Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your dessert experience forever! Lew's Famous Bananas Foster is not just a recipe; it's a spectacular performance of flavors that dances between sweet, rich, and utterly irresistible. Imagine caramelized bananas, a luscious rum-infused sauce, and a dramatic flambé that will make you feel like a professional chef right in your own kitchen. This legendary Cajun dessert is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Cajun
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 4 ripe bananas, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup dark rum, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla ice cream for serving.
- Peel the bananas and slice them into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Set the sliced bananas aside on a plate.
- In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Allow it to fully melt and start to bubble slightly, but do not let it brown.
- Add the brown sugar to the melted butter, stirring continuously until the mixture is well combined and begins to bubble. This should take about 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon into the skillet and mix it into the butter and sugar mixture until evenly incorporated.
- Carefully add the sliced bananas to the skillet, gently stirring them into the sauce. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the bananas to soften slightly and absorb the flavors.
- Once the bananas are heated through, carefully pour the dark rum over the banana mixture. Allow it to cook for an additional minute, stirring gently to combine.
- For a flambé effect, carefully ignite the rum with a long lighter or match, allowing the flames to burn off the alcohol. Ensure you stand back and exercise caution during this step.
- Once the flames subside, remove the skillet from the heat. The sauce should be thick and syrupy, coating the bananas beautifully.
- To serve, place a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream in a bowl or on a plate, and spoon the warm bananas foster sauce over the ice cream.
- Enjoy your delicious Lew's Famous Bananas Foster while it's warm, savoring the rich flavors and delightful combination of warm bananas and cold ice cream.
Tips
- Choose perfectly ripe bananas with just a few brown spots for the best flavor and caramelization.
- Use a wide, heavy-bottomed skillet to ensure even heat distribution.
- Keep a fire extinguisher nearby when attempting the flambé technique.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute rum with apple juice or banana liqueur.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature contrast.
- Use high-quality vanilla ice cream to complement the warm banana sauce.
- If you're nervous about flambéing, you can skip that step and simply simmer the rum briefly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 415kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: mg
