Vegan Sweet & Spicy Banana Rice Recipe
This vegan banana rice bowl is one of the easiest and most delicious vegan rice dishes the Caavakushi team has ever created. But don’t worry; if you’re a fan of vegan rice recipes, we have a bunch of them ready for you to try. For now, let’s focus on this sweet yet spicy jasmine rice recipe. Let’s get cooking, shall we?
Vegan Sweet & Spicy Banana Rice Recipe Ingredients
- 1 cup of jasmine rice
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed up into a thick paste
- 1 or 2 red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons of vegan soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of vegan maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon of vegan sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon of organic turmeric powder
- 1/2 a cup of chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup of chopped peanuts (optional for garnish)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Vegan Sweet & Spicy Banana Rice Recipe Instructions
- When it comes to the question of how to cook jasmine rice, we strongly suggest following the instructions on the rice package.
- In a pan, heat sesame oil (or you could use toasted sesame oil for more flavour) over medium heat. Add the mashed-up bananas, red chilies, and add the organic turmeric powder, sautéing until the bananas caramelize.
- Pour in soy sauce and maple syrup, stirring to coat the bananas.
- Add the cooked rice to the pan, mixing it thoroughly with the banana mixture. Leave on low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped scallions and peanuts (if desired).
- Serve your sweet and spicy banana rice hot and enjoy the tropical flavours!
Calories
One serving of sweet & spicy banana rice contains approximately 350 calories, making it a satisfying and nourishing meal.
Servings
This recipe depending on how much rice you cooked, is perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying leftovers for a quick and tasty meal.
Tina Green is a culinary researcher and food development specialist focused on the mechanics of plant-based cooking and recipe formulation. With a deep understanding of ingredient functionality, allergen cross-contamination, and nutritional preservation, she analyses food profiles to make plant-based eating accessible and accurate. Her work relies on strict kitchen metrics, flavour pairing data, and texturizer science to elevate everyday vegan cooking.
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