Bananas are unique fruits. They perfectly satisfy hunger, instantly energize, but do not cause heaviness in the stomach, but rather contribute to digestion. They are convenient to take with you as a quick, satisfying and inexpensive snack. But what they truly love is their delicious aroma and delicate, soft texture. If you consider yourself an admirer of this fruit, then read what you can make from bananas tasty and healthy.
Unsweetened bananas: a recipe for an unusual side dish
This fruit is eaten all over the world, and in some countries it is added not only to desserts and other sweet dishes, but also a real banana garnish is prepared. And, most interestingly, it is served even with fish and meat. In India, for example, a certain variety is used for this - unsweetened, tasting somewhat like potatoes. In our stores, too, sometimes come across these. It’s not very tasty to eat them just like that, but now you know what you can “use” it for. Here's what you can make from bananas that have no pronounced sweetness. Cut them into cubes and fry in vegetable oil, sprinkle with coriander and add a little red pepper. Chop and fry the onions separately, then add to the bananas. Salt to taste. This dish is not quite ordinary: someone may like it, someone not. In any case, it’s worth a try!
Summer banana drink
Now let's move on to more familiar recipes, which certainly will not leave anyone indifferent. First, we’ll show you how to make a banana shake. Everything is very simple. Take a glass of cold milk, half a glass of chilled black coffee, 1-2 tablespoons of sugar and a few tablespoons of ice cream. Beat a banana in a blender with all of these ingredients. You can add a few pieces of ice. This drink is very satisfying, but refreshing. The perfect start to a summer day!
Curd Banana Cookies
For such a cocktail, you can serve fragrant banana cookies, which are prepared in two accounts. Take a pack of cottage cheese and mash it with a fork, add a little honey (about a teaspoon) and two bananas, mashed to a puree state. Stir the mass well and place the dessert spoon on a baking sheet covered with parchment. Bake for about 15 minutes. The taste of this delicacy is very delicate and pleasant. There is much more benefit in such cookies than in ordinary shortbread, and it is easier and faster to cook.
Hearty Rice and Banana Breakfast
What can you make from bananas for breakfast? For example, porridge or pancakes with banana filling. Let's start with the first course. Cook rice porridge in milk. Fry half the banana (diced) in a skillet in butter. Grind the other half to a puree condition and add to the porridge 5 minutes before the end of cooking. Put the finished dish on a plate, put the fried bananas on top and sprinkle with nuts. Such a breakfast will energize you for the whole day, and you will not remember about hunger before dinner.
Royal Banana Dessert
Now about pancakes. Prepare them according to the following recipe: 100 grams of flour, 200 grams of milk, an egg, a spoonful of cocoa powder and vegetable oil. Knead the dough and cook thin pancakes. Crush the banana with a fork, add a little lemon zest, sugar and mix. Lubricate each pancake with chocolate paste, put a little banana filling in the middle and roll it up. Pour over melted chocolate. This dish is just a royal dessert for the sweet tooth.
Banana Food Ideas
There is much more that can be made from bananas. This and fruit salads, and all kinds of smoothies, and even ice cream. By the way, the latter is prepared very easily. Just freeze the banana and then chop it in a blender. Its taste is actually very reminiscent of a favorite creamy delicacy. Enjoy your meal!