Boiled Green Bananas
Boiled Bananas (boyld grreen buh-NAN-uhz)
Plain Boiled Cooking Bananas
Green cooking bananas boiled until tender. A simple starchy side served with fish or meat.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Peel green bananas and cut in half.
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Place in pot and cover with salted water.
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3
Bring to boil and cook 15-20 minutes until tender.
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4
Drain and toss with butter and coconut oil.
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5
Squeeze lime juice over bananas.
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6
Serve warm alongside fish or stew.
Did You Know?
Green bananas are treated as a vegetable across the Pacific, quite different from the sweet fruit eaten elsewhere.
Chef's Notes
The Story Behind Boiled Green Bananas
Cooking bananas have been a dietary staple in Micronesia since ancient Austronesian settlers brought them across the Pacific. Boiling is the simplest preparation method and remains the most common.
Green bananas provide essential carbohydrates and are particularly important during breadfruit off-seasons.
This humble side dish is the foundation of daily meals across the islands.
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