Without boiling, here's a trick to cooking stir-fried banana blossoms so they're soft, don't turn black, and aren't bitter.

foto: YouTube/Bunda Dian 01

Banana flower is known as an alkaline food that can neutralize stomach acid.

Brilio.net - Banana flower is a flower from a banana tree that will eventually develop into fruit. Well, before it turns into fruit, banana flower can be taken and used as food, you know.

Interestingly, banana blossoms also have many health benefits. Reported from organics.ph, banana blossoms are known to be good for the digestive system. This is because this food is alkaline, so it can help neutralize stomach acid, overcome constipation, and maintain intestinal health.

In addition to being rich in benefits, banana blossoms are also delicious when processed into various delicious dishes . One of the most popular is stir-fried banana blossoms. However, many people consider the cooking process quite complicated because it usually has to be boiled first so that it is not bitter, the color remains bright, and the texture is softer.

In fact, there is a simple trick so that stir-fried banana blossoms can be cooked directly without boiling, but still soft, not bitter, and not black, you know! This trick was shared by a netizen through the YouTube account Bunda Dian 01. Curious about how to do it?

First, peel the reddish banana heart skin until only the white part of the banana heart remains. Then, the banana heart can be sliced according to taste. However, the netizen who is familiarly called Dian explained, because without boiling, the banana heart had to be sliced directly in a bowl of water.

"I don't boil the heart first, (slicing it directly into the water) to reduce the color change a little," he explained, quoted by BrilioFood from YouTube Bunda Dian 01.

Next, let the banana heart soak in the water while preparing the other stir-fry ingredients. Dian explained that while soaking, the texture of the banana heart that was previously hard can become softer.

photo: YouTube/Bunda Dian 01

Use various types of spices to make a smooth seasoning so that it tastes savory and can cover the bitter taste of banana blossoms. You can grind or blend ingredients such as shallots, garlic, shrimp paste, cayenne pepper, and salt. After being ground, the spices can be sauted in hot oil with bay leaves and galangal until cooked and fragrant. Once done, then add the drained banana blossom slices.

photo: YouTube/Bunda Dian 01

Then, stir-fry until all ingredients are well mixed. Finally, add powdered spices such as sugar and flavoring, then cover the pan so that the banana flower cooks quickly. You can also add other ingredients such as chopped chilies, spring onions, or animal meat according to taste. If the banana flower is soft, it means it is ready to be served.

photo: YouTube/Bunda Dian 01

Well, it's really easy to make stir-fried banana blossoms so they don't turn black, aren't bitter, and are soft, right?

1. Are all types of banana blossoms edible?

Not all banana blossoms can be consumed. Kepok, Raja, and Batu banana blossoms are more commonly used because they are less bitter and have a softer texture.

2. How do you get rid of the bitter taste of banana blossoms?

In addition to boiling, you can remove the bitter taste of banana blossom by soaking it in salt water or acidic water after slicing. This method helps reduce the bitter sap without the need for boiling.

3. Is banana flower good for acid reflux sufferers?

Yes! Banana flower is alkaline, so it can help neutralize stomach acid and relieve heartburn symptoms if consumed in the right way.

4. Why does banana blossom turn black when cooked?

Banana blossoms can turn black due to oxidation after being cut. To prevent this, slice them directly in water or add a little lime juice to keep them fresh.

5. What are the health benefits of banana blossom?

Banana blossom contains high fiber which is good for digestion, helps control blood sugar levels, and is rich in antioxidants which can increase the body's immune system.

(brl/lut)