Steamed Bananas

Learn how to steam a bunch of green bananas in a large saucepan using a steaming basket. This is a must try method and a great alternative to boiling.

Course Appetiser

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings people

Calories 439kcal

Author Charla

Equipment

steaming basket
large saucepan/pot
chopping board
knife
slotted spoon
fork optional

Ingredients

green bananas (green figs) the amount that you require (I used 6)
water enough to fill a saucepan by ¼
1 tablespoon olive oil and more for rubbing your hands with

Instructions

Fill a large saucepan by ¼ with water and then add about one tablespoon of olive oil on medium-high heat.
Carefully insert the steaming basket directly into the saucepan.
Meanwhile, prepare your hands by rubbing them with a little olive oil or use gloves.
Place the banana on a chopping board and slice off the top and the bottom.
Then lightly score the skin of the banana lengthways (you can remove the skin in its entirety at this point, if you want to) and set aside.
Repeat the above 2 steps with the remaining banana.
Arrange the banana on the steaming basket.
Reduce the heat to medium and put the lid on.
Steam the banana until tender (use a fork to determine its readiness)(this will take about 15 minutes or so).
Once steamed, leave the banana to completely cool down.
If you kept the skin on then peel it away now before serving.

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Notes

You can choose whether you want to keep the skin on, although it is recommended for ease and it also acts as a protective barrier especially if you don't plan to eat them immediately.

You will want a large saucepan that holds about 2quarts/2litres.

Keep any eye on the water levels as they may recede while the bananas are being steamed.

Make sure to inspect the green banana before purchasing, it should be bright green with no dark/yellow spots.

I don't recommend freezing any leftover green banana, you can store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days and simply steam them again.

You can purchase green banana for any market place that has a population of Caribbean/Latinos and Asians.

Make sure that you use gloves or apply olive oil to your hands and the pot during preparation.

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