Ingredients · Produce
Banana
Ripe bananas for boats and baking. The peel is the boat; you eat the soft fruit inside.
In the air fryer. Keep the peel on for boats. Foil keeps melt-ins from dripping.
Nutrition
Typical values per 100g raw
89kcal
- Protein
- 1g
- Fat
- 0g
- Carbs
- 23g
- Fiber
- 3g
Approximate kitchen reference. Not a lab label. Brands and cuts vary.
Origin
Southeast Asia; Cavendish dominates export markets.
Herbal & culinary notes
Potassium-rich fruit. Very ripe bananas are sweeter and softer.
How to store
Room temp until ripe, then fridge (peel darkens, fruit is fine). Use ripe fruit for boats.
Food safety
Wash peel before cutting into the fruit if the knife will touch the peel.
Food hazards
Low risk. Very ripe bananas can ferment if left sealed warm for days. Discard moldy fruit.
