Category: Dessert
Bananas Foster is a dessert made with bananas that are cooked in a caramelized sauce made from butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and dark rum. The dish is typically flambeed tableside, creating a dramatic presentation as the alcohol ignites and caramelizes the sauce. The bananas are then served over vanilla ice cream, creating a sweet and decadent treat.
Flavor Profiles:
- Rich
- Sweet
- Buttery
- Caramel
- Rum
What goes with Banana Foster:
- Caramel Sauce – The rich and sweet flavor of caramel sauce complements the caramelized bananas in Banana Foster perfectly.
- Vanilla Ice Cream – The cool and creamy texture of vanilla ice cream provides a nice contrast to the warm and sweet banana foster.
- Blue Cheese – The salty and tangy taste of blue cheese provides a good contrast to the sweetness of Banana Foster
- Whipped Cream – Whipped cream adds a light and airy texture to banana foster, while also enhancing its sweetness.
- Pumpkin Seeds – The crunchy texture and earthy flavor of pumpkin seeds adds an interesting contrast to the soft and sweet Banana Foster
- Pound Cake – Pound cake serves as a sturdy base for banana foster, soaking up the delicious sauce while providing a nice contrast in texture.
- Fried Plantains – Fried plantains have a similar sweet and caramelized flavor to banana foster, making them a great complement.
- Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips – The crispy and slightly spicy chips provide a nice contrast to the sweet and soft banana foster.