Banana Fritters Chinese Dessert
["1 1/2 c. flour", "1/4 tsp. baking soda", "3/4 c. water", "3 c. vegetable oil", "vanilla ice cream (if desired)", "1 tsp. baking powder", "1/4 tsp. salt", "4 firm bananas"]
["Combine 1 cup of the flour, the baking powder, soda and salt in a large bowl.", "Gradually blend in water beating with a whisk until smooth.", "Peel bananas.", "Cut each banana crosswise into three pieces, making a total of 12 pieces.", "Coat bananas lightly with remaining 1/2 cup flour.", "Heat oil in wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 375\u00b0.", "Dip banana pieces in flour-water mixture, coating completely.", "Cook 4 to 6 pieces at a time in the oil until golden, 3 to 5 minutes.", "Drain on absorbent paper.", "Serve with ice cream.", "Makes about 4 servings."]
["flour", "baking soda", "water", "vegetable oil", "vanilla ice cream", "baking powder", "salt", "bananas"]