Brilio.net - Green banana ice is often the target of many people. Not without reason, this processed ice has a sweet, savory and refreshing taste. Not only that, this typical Makassar drink is also filling because it consists of bananas covered in flour dough.
How to make green bananas can be said to be easy and difficult. Moreover, you have to steam it twice so that the green bananas are perfectly cooked.
After steaming twice, the green bananas are just ripe and can be cut to the size you like. Next, serve the green banana slices with marrow pulp and syrup. Green banana ice is ready to be served.
However, it turns out there is a more practical way to make green bananas. Yes, because you don't need to bother steaming it twice. Even so, the resulting green bananas are still perfectly ripe. It is characterized by its soft and durable texture.
As reported by BrilioFood from Mama Naurah's YouTube on Thursday (21/3), without needing to peel the skin, immediately steam the bananas that will be processed. It seems that this netizen uses ripe plantains as the main ingredient.
"We steam it until it is cooked, which is indicated by the skin being split open and the banana aroma can be smelled," he said.
photo: YouTube/mama naurah
Once cooked, turn off the stove and drain. While waiting for it to cool, you can prepare the flour mixture. Mix 250 grams of wheat flour, 250 grams of rice flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 750 ml of liquid coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of liquid margarine, and 2 tablespoons of pandan paste in a container. Stir until all ingredients are completely mixed.
photo: YouTube/mama naurah
If so, transfer the mixture to a baking dish then put it in the steamer pan. After steaming for 15 minutes, stir the mixture using a spatula then steam again until completely cooked.
photo: YouTube/mama naurah
Next process, take about 2 tablespoons of green skin mixture. Then flatten it on plastic. If so, put the previously steamed bananas.
"We just need to shape it and press it so that the surface and skin junction are neat," said the owner of the video.
photo: YouTube/mama naurah
Once perfectly wrapped, the green bananas are ready and can be served straight away. Yes, without needing to steam it again because the banana and the peel are both already cooked.
"No matter how many stacks, it won't stick and even if you put it in the refrigerator, the texture will still be soft. If you want it to last a long time, just put it in an airtight container and then put it in the refrigerator," he explained.
photo: YouTube/mama naurah
When you want to serve, just put the marrow porridge into a bowl. Then cut the green banana into pieces and put it on top of the marrow porridge. Add ice cubes and syrup to taste. Green banana ice is ready to be served.
photo: YouTube/mama naurah
How to store bananas so they last longer.
There are several ways you can try to store bananas so they last longer:
1. Store in a cool and dry place.
Bananas can be stored at regular room temperature, but they are much better if stored in a cool, dry place, such as a fruit rack or refrigerator. Avoid storing bananas near heat sources or direct sunlight.
2. Do not separate the stems.
Leave the banana connected to the stem. This helps slow the ripening process.
3. Use suggestion paper.
Wrap the banana stems in saran paper or plastic cling wrap. This helps reduce the rate of ripening by slowing the release of ethylene gas, which accelerates fruit ripening.
4. Separate from other fruit.
If possible, separate bananas from other fruit that releases ethylene gas, such as apples or tomatoes. This gas can speed up banana ripening.
5. Bananas that are not yet ripe.
If you want to extend the shelf life of bananas, choose bananas that are not fully ripe. Bananas that are still green will need more time to fully ripen.
By following the tips above, you can help extend the shelf life of your bananas and enjoy them for longer.