Banana wonders: Recipes that celebrate this humble fruit
What's the story
Bananas are the most versatile fruit you can work with.
How many times have you tried something other than a smoothie or banana bread?
Their natural sweetness and creamy texture make for an excellent addition to both sweet and savory recipes.
Here, we list five banana-based recipes that'll surprise you with their creativity and flavor combinations. Try these and enjoy!
Sweet twist
Banana sushi rolls
Banana sushi rolls are an inventive way to have this fruit as a snack or dessert.
Just spread nut butter on a tortilla, lay a peeled banana on it, roll it up, and slice into bite-sized pieces.
This recipe is not only fun to prepare but also gives you a good balance of carbs and protein.
You can add toppings like shredded coconut or chopped nuts for flavor.
Breakfast delight
Banana oatmeal pancakes
If you're looking for a hearty breakfast without refined flour, banana oatmeal pancakes are perfect.
Just mash up some ripe bananas and mix with oats, milk, and baking powder, to create the batter.
Cook on a skillet until golden brown on both the sides.
These pancakes are naturally sweetened by the bananas, making them an excellent choice for health-conscious individuals.
Savory surprise
Grilled banana sandwiches
Grilled banana sandwiches give an unexpectedly savory twist by putting this fruit with cheese or nut butter between two slices of whole-grain bread before grilling it till crispy outside yet gooey inside.
The difference between the warm, grilled bread and soft bananas makes for an interesting texture that is sure to tickle your taste buds.
Frozen treats
Banana ice cream bites
For those hot days when you crave something cold yet healthy, try making banana ice cream bites.
Slice ripe bananas into coins, then freeze them before dipping each piece into melted chocolate coating.
Followed by another round of freezing, it results in deliciously creamy frozen treats ready anytime needed.
Exotic flavor
Spicy banana curry
Spicy banana curry takes exotic flavors to the next level by combining ripe sliced bananas with spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder, simmered together making for a rich, aromatic dish served over rice, quinoa, or couscous, giving you the most delightful fusion cuisine experience right at home!