Banana flower grows from the end of the bunch of bananas and its color can vary from red-orange to deep purple. The flower is starchy and slightly bitter, but rich in vitamin A and C. It is included in the diet as a vegetable. The fresh banana flowers are eaten raw. It can be also used as an ingredient for noodles, soup and salads.
Here are some of the amazing benefits of eating banana flower:
- Cures Ulcers
- Cures Anemia
- Strengthens the uterus
- Relives the constipation
- Regulates the menstrual cycle
- Improves kidney function
- Regulates the high blood pressure
- It is a great food for lactating moms and people with diabetes
Here is how to consume banana flower:
It can be served raw (sliced) in salads, soups, rice, noodles and meat stews. Or you can prepare this traditional Indian recipe.
Banana Flower Curry
Ingredients:
- 1 banana flower, cut and soaked in water mixed with buttermilk (to retain the natural color)
- 1 sprig curry leaves
- 3 red chilies
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp mustard seeds
Boil the banana flower slices for 7 mins. Strain the water. Then, heat 2 tsp coconut oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, cut red chilies and curry leaves. Add boiled banana flower, reduce flame and cook covered for 5 mins. Add salt and grated coconut. Mix well and serve. Enjoy!