Fruit · Fresh

Bananas

Also called ripe bananas, kela, kluay

Soft, sweet tropical fruit; eaten raw, blended into smoothies or mashed into banana bread and pancakes.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodPlantains

    Starchier and less sweet unless very ripe; best cooked.

  • T3 · In a pinchApple sauce

    For baking only: same moistness but no banana flavour and a looser crumb.

  • T3 · In a pinchMangoes

    For smoothies and desserts: fruity and sweet but not creamy-dense.

  • T3 · In a pinchPumpkin purée

    For baking only: moist but earthy, not banana; add sugar.

Cook with Bananas

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