Banana Walnut and Chocolate Chip Fritters *

1. EQUIPMENT: Measuring cup, measuring spoons, cook's knife, cutting board, 3 stainless steel bowls (1 large), slotted spoon, whisk, rubber spatula, deep fryer or heavy-guage 4-qt saucepan, candy/deep frying thermometer, #50 (1 1/2 tbsp) ice-cream scoop, tongs, baking sheet, paper towels.
2. In a large stainless steel bowl, combine the flour, light brown sugar, baking powder, cornstarch, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Set aside.
4. Peeli the bananas.
5. Smash them to a rough-textured consistency in a stainless steel bowl using a slotted spoon (they should yield about 1 cup).
6. In another stainless steel bowl whisk together the beer, egg, and lemon juice.
7. Pour the this mixture over the bananas, and use the slotted spoon to combine thoroughly.