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Dried Banana

Also Known As : Dehydrated banana
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

They have a sweet banana flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Dried bananas can be used to make chips.
  2. They can be made into powder and used in bread mixes and frozen desserts.
  3. They can be served as a quick snack as well.

Common names and forms

  1. Banana Powder
  2. Dehydrate Banana
  3. Dehydrated Banana Powder
  4. Dried Banana Flakes
  5. Raw Banana Flour

Description

Dried bananas are bananas that have been dried under the sun or dehydrator. They can come in long slices, round slices, chunks or flakes. The bananas are first peeled and then dried. Dried banana is available in powdered form, bits, and flakes.

Health benefits

  • Dried bananas contains fibre which helps to treat constipation, diarrhea and stomach ulcers.(1)
  • They also help to reduce cholesterol levels in the body.(1)
  • It contains potassium which helps to avoid cramps.(1)
  • Dried bananas are beneficial for people with kidney failure.(1)

Selection Guide

Choose dried bananas with no sugar added to it. For drying it at home, choose any large, slightly brown-speckled yellow variety.

Resource & Links

(1) https://usa.instantia.com/dried-banana/

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