Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup turbinado sugar (Sugar in the Raw)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 ripe but firm large bananas
  • Vegetable oil, for grilling
  • 1 pint chocolate ice cream
  • 1 ounce smoked almonds, roughly chopped (1/4 cup)

Method

  • Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. In a small bowl, mix the sugar with the salt.
  • Slice off the ends of each banana and halve lengthwise, leaving the peel intact. Sprinkle the cut sides of the bananas with the sugar mixture and allow to absorb, 1 minute. Oil the grill grates, then grill the bananas cut side down over high heat until nicely browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer 2 banana halves to each of 4 plates or bowls, peeling if desired. Set a scoop of ice cream in the center, sprinkle with the smoked almonds and serve.