Akarubi (grilled Rwandan bananas)
A traditional Rwandan dessert, grilled bananas are caramelized to perfection, resulting in a sweet and smoky flavor.
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Akarubi is a popular Rwandan dessert, made with grilled bananas. This simple yet delicious dish is very popular among Rwandans and visitors alike. The grilled bananas are cooked to perfection, resulting in a sweet and smoky flavor that is irresistible.
Ingredients and directions
- Prep time10 min
- Cook time8 min
- Total18 min
- DifficultyEasy
- CostBudget
- Calories161 kcal/serving
- Cooking methodbarbecue
- Estimated cost$1.16 $0.29 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.
Ingredients
people
- $0.59
- $0.28
- $0.04
- $0.25
Prices from US supermarkets for 3 of 4 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.
Directions
- Preheat your grill pan or griddle to a medium temperature.
- Place the peeled banana directly on the grill grates or in a grill pan.
- Grill the bananas for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they are lightly browned and tender.
- Remove the grilled bananas from the heat and transfer them to a serving plate.
- Sprinkle the grilled bananas with cinnamon for added flavor (optional).
- Serve warm as a dessert or snack. If desired, drizzle the grilled bananas with honey (optional) for a sweeter flavor.
The bill
Akarubi (grilled Rwandan bananas)
- 400 g of banana mulberry, peeled$0.59
- 2 tablespoons of butter or vegetable oil paint$0.28
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon (optional)$0.04
- 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)$0.25
Total$1.16
that's $0.29 per person
Estimated price; varies by store.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 161 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 6.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 24.1 g |
| Sugars | 19.9 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
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