Akarubi (Rwandan Grilled Banana)

Name: Akarubi (Rwandan Grilled Banana)
Ingredients: Ripe bananas, peeled; Butter or vegetable oil, for grilling; Cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling); Honey, for drizzling (optional)

Akarubi is a popular Rwandan dessert made with grilled bananas. This simple yet delicious dish is a favorite among Rwandans and visitors alike.

Ingredients

Ripe bananas, peeled
Butter or vegetable oil, for grilling
Cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling)
Honey, for drizzling (optional)

Steps

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Place the peeled bananas directly on the grill grates or grill pan.
Grill the bananas for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until they are lightly charred and softened.
Remove the grilled bananas from the heat and transfer them to a serving plate.
Optionally, sprinkle the grilled bananas with cinnamon for added flavor.
Serve hot as a dessert or snack. If desired, drizzle the grilled bananas with honey or maple syrup for additional sweetness.

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Adapted from “Akarubi (Rwandan Grilled Banana)” in the Wikibooks Cookbook by its contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Reformatted for this site; this page's recipe text is shared under the same license.