Bananas Foster is a flambéed dessert originating from New Orleans, made famous at Brennan’s Restaurant in the 1950s. This fiery dish combines caramelized sugar, butter, and rum to elevate the flavor of bananas into an unforgettable treat. The version here, styled for a romantic or intimate setting, comes from the upscale "Different Pointe of View" restaurant. Its dramatic table-side preparation and warm, sweet flavors make it a beloved choice for celebrations and date nights alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ stick butter
- ½ orange (juiced)
- 1 oz orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
- 1 banana (sliced (inferred))
- 1 oz dark rum (for flambé)
- ⅛ tsp Cinnamon (to taste, for spark effect during flambé)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Base Sauce
- In a flambé pan, add 1 cup of brown sugar and ½ stick of butter.
- Mix constantly while heating to avoid burning.
Step 2: Add Citrus and Liqueur
- Once the sugar and butter mixture caramelizes, squeeze in the juice of ½ orange.
- Mix well and add 1 oz of orange liqueur.
Step 3: Add Bananas and Flambé
- Roll sauce to the back of the pan.
- Add sliced banana to the front of the pan.
- Pour in 1 oz of dark rum and ignite carefully.
- Warn guests to keep a safe distance during flambé.
Step 4: Add Final Touch
- Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon while flaming to create a sparkling effect.
Tips
- Substitute banana with pears or apples for a twist.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream when serving.
- Use banana liqueur instead of orange liqueur for stronger banana flavor.
- Try spiced rum for extra depth.
- Use pre-sliced frozen bananas for convenience.
- Skip the flambé by simmering rum for a safer preparation.
Nutrition
Calories: 564kcalCarbohydrates: 130gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 35mgPotassium: 422mgFiber: 2gSugar: 122gVitamin A: 112IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 1mg
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