Banana blossom fried fish – vegan fried fish in a beer batter

Vegan fried fish made from banana blossoms! It might sound strange at first, but it’s the best and most authentic vegan fried fish recipe that exists! My tender, simple banana blossom fried fish, crispy and crunchy in it’s beer batter, is in no way inferior to the original.

My simple, fantastic, authentic banana blossom fried fish simply smells wonderfully sea-like. And then there’s its tender, meaty texture! Soft yet fibrous, like real fish. The only thing missing are the bones, but I don’t think anyone will miss biting on one of those!

My Banana Blossom Fish as a Recipe Video

Here’s a video showing me exactly how I prepare my vegan banana blossom fish. If you prefer to read, you can find the recipe at the bottom of this page, as always.
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This video is in German and I did not find the time to record it twice. But, I’ve added English subtitles. Please just switch those on.

How do you come up with the idea of ​​making vegan fish from banana blossoms?

I used canned banana blossoms for a Thai curry a while ago and discovered that they had a tender, meaty, fibrous texture. So I bought some more from the Asian market to experiment further. And what can I say: this beer-battered fried fish is simply amazing!

If you already know and like my other vegan fish recipes, then you’ll love this vegan fried fish! There’s nothing more authentic in the vegan fish world!

Fried Fish in Beer Batter – Authentic and Purely Plant-Based

Of course, I bake my vegan banana blossom fried fish in crispy beer batter, just like the classic recipe. It sticks to the fish so well because I replace the eggs with chickpea flour (also called gram flour). This works just as well, and no chicken has to sacrifice an egg for it.

What’s the best way to serve fried fish, or banana blossom fried fish?

Personally, I prefer to eat my vegan fried fish as vegan English fish and chips with fries and malt vinegar!
But whether as a snack or a full meal, you can serve vegan fried fish just like real fried fish. With all sorts of side dishes, just the way you like it.

Here are some ideas for serving vegan banana blossom fish:

• As fish and chips with chunky fries and English malt vinegar.
• As a fried fish sandwich, with lettuce, cucumber, onions, and sauce in a bun.
• With homemade vegan remoulade or mayonnaise for dipping.
• With a squeeze of fresh lemon.
• With potatoes and dill sauce.
• With vegetables and potatoes as side dishes.

More authentic recipes for vegan fish and seafood

Do you love fish and seafood? But would rather enjoy them vegan? Then browse my “V fish” category here on Daily Vegan.
Or try these delicious plant based fish recipes:

• Carrot lox – the best vegan smoked salmon – refined in salt crust
• Krupuk – Vegan Prawn Crackers – Ready in 5 Minutes!
• Vegan calamari – with spicy chipotle aioli
• Ceviche – vegan – with two kinds of ‘fish’
• Vegan anchovies, perfect for seasoning or as a side dish
• Vegan salmon spinach roll with cream cheese
• Vegan fish fingers, ahoy!

Show me your banana blossom fried fish

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Banana blossom fried fish – preparation in pictures

The following photos show you step-by-step how to prepare vegan banana blossom fried fish. Afterwards we go straight on with the recipe.

Ingredients for 2 servings of banana blossom batter:

1 can of banana blossoms (‘Banana Blossom in Brine’, buy it in Asian stores or online)

Marinade:

240 ml oil
1 heaped teaspoon nori flakes (available at Asian markets, alternatively, tear a sushi sheet into small pieces)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground fennel

Beer batter:

100 g flour
125 ml beer (or non-alcoholic beer)
1 heaped tablespoon chickpea flour (gram flour), mixed with 3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nori flakes

For frying:

Flour
Oil

Optional for dipping and to drizzle over:

Vegan remoulade
English malt vinegar
Lemon wedges

Preparation:

1. Mix all ingredients for the marinade.
2. Drain the banana blossoms and marinate them.
3. Let them sit for 24-48 hours.
4. Mix all ingredients for the beer batter.
5. Heat oil in a deep pan, ensuring the oil covers the bottom of the pan by at least 0.5cm (0,2in).
6. Remove the banana blossoms from the marinade and let them drain.
7. Coat the individual banana blossom fillets in flour.
8. Then dip them in the beer batter until they are completely coated.
9. Deep-fry for several minutes on both sides until crispy and serve immediately.

Enjoy!