Craving a rainy day snack? Try this Kerala pazhampori aka banana fritters recipe

Golden, crispy and naturally sweet, pazhampori is a timeless Kerala snack loved across generations.

Pazhampori/Banana fritters. Photo: Pexels/Saveurs Secretes
1 min read  |  Published: 11 Jul 2026

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, pazhampori (banana fritter) is Kerala's favourite tea-time and monsoon snack made with ripe bananas.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas (Nendran bananas), peeled
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (if needed to adjust taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder (optional)
  • A pinch of salt
  • ¾ cup water (adjust as needed)
  • Oil, for deep frying

Preparation

Serving suggestion

Serve pazhampori hot with a cup of tea.

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