Drying bananas at home allows you to prepare a tasty and nutritious product. Even those who don’t know how to dry bananas correctly can cope with this task.
Fruit preparation
To make dried slices tasty, you need to choose fresh fruits with high taste qualities. Spoiled and overripe fruits should not be used.
To receive the product good quality required:
- wash the fruit;
- remove the peel;
- cut the pulp into slices of any shape, no more than 0.5 cm thick.
To prevent the pieces from darkening, you need to pour lemon juice on them before drying. It is not necessary to include lemon in the recipe; the benefits of dried bananas will not change.
Note! Darkening of dried fruit does not affect shelf life or taste.
At home, you can dry bananas the old fashioned way, in the sun or using household appliances.
Dehydrator (Electric dryer)
To prepare banana chips in an electric dryer, place the prepared fruit on the racks of the device. The applied temperature is 50 degrees.
To dry the fruit evenly, it is necessary to change the trays every 2 hours. The more tiers there are in the dryer for vegetables and fruits, the more often they need to be swapped.
The cooking time for chips in the dryer is 20 hours. When the temperature rises to 70 degrees, the cooking time is reduced by 2-4 hours.
Oven
There are two ways to make banana chips using an oven: with or without convection. Fruit harvesting using convection is faster due to the circulation of warm air.
Pre-prepared fruits must be laid out on a fine grid. If you don't have one, you can use a baking sheet or wire rack with large mesh, first covering it with parchment paper and making holes in it for air circulation.
To cook banana chips correctly, you need to know at what temperature to dry. The oven must be preheated to 70 degrees and turn on the convection mode. This method will take 3 – 3.5 hours. If there is no convection, you must leave the oven door ajar to allow steam to escape. Drying time will increase to 4-5 hours.
Important! The speed of drying in the oven depends on the thickness of the slices and the amount of moisture in them.
Air fryer
Cooking the dried product in an air fryer lasts 4-5 hours. The prepared fruits are laid out on a wire rack and left for the required period of time at a temperature of 95 degrees.
As the temperature drops, cooking time increases but more nutrients are retained.
Microwave
IN microwave oven the fruits dry in 12 hours. Prepared fruits must be placed on a plate or wire rack. The pieces should not touch each other. Drying in the microwave is carried out for 15 minutes on defrost mode. During cooking, the fruits will shrink and become sticky.
In the summer, it is permissible to dry banana slices without an oven, under the sun. To do this you should:
- make a frame with a fabric bottom;
- place the fruit on the frame;
- cover the frame with a cloth to protect it from dust and insects;
- Place the frame in a well-lit place.
How long should fruits be dried in the fresh air? Solar drying will take from 2 to 4 days at an air temperature of 25 to 30 degrees.
The first day it is necessary to turn the fruits every hour, all subsequent times - 3-4 times a day. At night, the frame with bananas must be stored at home.
Peel
Drying the peel will also be useful. Dried skins are used:
- as fertilizer for indoor plants;
- as an additive for desserts (makes the aroma of bananas stronger);
- to improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and lose weight.
The skins are dried according to the same principle as the pulp. To prevent spoilage of the product, the inner loose layer is removed from the peel.
More useful product obtained by drying under the sun or in the oven at low temperatures.
Energy value
Calorie content (per 100 grams) of fresh fruit is 90 kcal. During drying, moisture evaporates and the concentration of sugars increases, due to which the energy value of the finished product increases to 500 kilocalories per 0.1 kg.
Note! The calorie content of store-bought products can be high due to the addition of sugars and glazing of fruits to extend shelf life.
The benefits and harms of dried bananas
Banana pulp is beneficial for the body due to its high potassium content. Daily use Dried fruits help get rid of cramps and heart rhythm disturbances caused by a lack of potassium in the body.
Medium-sized dried fruit can replenish the body's daily need for B vitamins. This will normalize:
- metabolic processes in the body;
- brain function;
- functioning of the central nervous system.
B vitamins strengthen nails and improve hair condition.
100 g of product contains 10 mg of vitamin C. Its use is colds, can speed up the healing process and activate the natural immune system.
Important! It is prohibited to replace the main therapy for colds and cardiovascular diseases with bananas.
Due to their high fiber content, eating dried bananas helps eliminate intestinal problems, eliminating constipation and normalizing the functioning of the intestinal muscles.
Due to the high calorie content, when consuming large quantities of dried fruits, obesity may develop. The dried product has a high glycemic index and provokes a sharp rise in blood sugar, which can lead to the development of diabetes.
Eating dried bananas if you are overweight and have problems with the pancreas will harm the body.
- Peel bananas
- Cut into slices, but not very thinly, and place the bananas on a sheet
- Place in the oven for 6 hours
Make dried bananas at home
It’s not difficult, but this dried fruit is an excellent way to have a healthy snack at work or at home instead of buns or tea, especially when you can’t buy fresh bananas. In addition, dried bananas can be added to cereals and desserts.
You need to peel them, cut them crosswise into small rounds or lengthwise into bars, place them on clean, dry baking sheets, which are placed in the oven for 4-6 hours. The temperature should be low, about 30-50 degrees. During drying, the fruits lose moisture, decreasing in size several times, however, all the main benefits remain almost unchanged.
The finished product is a rich brownish color.
You can store it in a tin or cardboard box (or in a canvas bag) for a year.
When dried, a banana does not lose its useful qualities. You can dry them yourself at home, although the drying time will take several hours, but we are sure that the dried fruit is without any chemical treatment.
Ripe fruits are peeled and cut into circles or strips as you like. To prevent banana slices from darkening during drying, you can place them in a small amount of water for 20 seconds, to which the juice of one lemon has been added.
Bananas can be dried in the oven or in an electric vegetable and fruit dryer. Carefully place the slices on a wire rack and place in the oven for several hours (at least 5 hours), oven temperature up to +50 degrees. The slices need to be turned over periodically.
Well-dried banana mugs are best stored in hermetically sealed containers.
It's probably easier to buy already dried bananas. But I am confident in the quality of a product made by myself, especially if this product is intended for children.
Ripe bananas are taken for drying at home. Bananas with black spots and overripe ones are not suitable.
Bananas are peeled, cut into circles, strips (as you like), or you can dry whole bananas, just keep in mind that the drying time will increase significantly in this case.
For a piquant taste, you can moisten the sliced bananas with lemon juice before serving.
Place the bananas on a wire rack or baking sheet in one layer and put them in the oven. It is best to keep the door slightly open, then there will be air circulation and drying will go faster.
The temperature in the oven is set to low, about 50 degrees. Time - about 2 hours.
In the summer, when the outside temperature rises high, you can dry bananas without an oven. Bananas are cut, placed on a tray, covered with gauze and exposed to direct sunlight.
Or you can use an electric dryer and dry the prepared bananas in it.
I dried the bananas in the oven, after peeling the bananas and cutting them into slices. The oven should be preheated to 80 degrees. Then you need to place the rack with bananas in the oven and leave the oven door slightly open so that there is air access and the bananas do not dry out. It takes six hours to dry. It is better to store dried bananas in a glass container that closes tightly. It is better not to store in plastic bags or paper bags, as food moths can grow there.
In order to make dried bananas at home you need:
The delicious crunchies are ready!
By the way, if you like to eat dried fruits, then it is better to make dried bananas yourself rather than buy them in a store, because it is not known what kind of bananas such chips are made from.
You need to cut bananas into pieces lengthwise or crosswise; small bananas can be dried whole without damage. Place the fruits on a baking sheet so that they do not touch each other. To prevent bananas from losing color, you can lightly sprinkle them with lemon or orange juice. Dry in an oven preheated to 50 degrees for 3-6 hours, drying time depends on the moisture content in the banana. You can open the oven slightly to allow air to enter. Dried bananas shrink in size and can be stored in a glass jar.
Banana, even in dried form, is full of vitamins, especially potassium, which is very good for the heart. Dried bananas can also be consumed by those on a diet, but only to a limited extent - this will be an excellent fortified substitute for sweets.
So, in order to make your own dried bananas, you will need to prepare bananas - 8 pcs. And citric acid- 1 tsp. We peel the bananas and cut them into circles or small strips, then put them in water acidified with lemon - this is done so that the bananas do not darken. Place the banana slices on a tray in an electric dryer so that they do not touch each other. Then we dry the bananas for 6-7 hours at a temperature of 50-60 degrees. We periodically check the readiness and also stir so that the pieces dry evenly.
We store the finished dried bananas in the refrigerator, in jars with tightly screwed lids. Bananas can be stored this way for a year.
I really love bananas in dried form, and we dry them simply - we cut the bananas as desired, then leave them open in the sun for several days so that the water steams faster.
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You can buy bananas in stores all year round, so dried bananas are not an option for preserving them for a long time, but primarily a delicacy that can be used instead of sweets at work with tea or coffee, and simply as a small but quite filling snack.
Drying them is not difficult, because... no chemical additives or preservatives are used.
Take ripe bananas, peel them, cut them into pieces (depending on what kind of pieces you want, either lengthwise or crosswise) and place them on a baking sheet in the oven. It is necessary to dry at low temperature (about 30-40 degrees) for about 3-5 hours (depending on the size of the pieces). You can dry them whole, but it will take more time.
After drying, the banana pieces will shrink significantly in size, but will retain all of their beneficial features and essential vitamins and minerals.
It’s easier, of course, to buy ready-made dried bananas in the store. However, many are afraid to buy - it is unknown how the bananas were dried and what was added. This is why many people dry it at home. The matter is not that complicated. Take 3-4 good bananas. Remove the peel and cut the bananas themselves into circles. The main thing is to make sure that the circles are not very thin, otherwise nothing will work. Cut into circles - place on a baking sheet and in the oven for 3 hours. After 3 hours, take a piece of dried banana and if it is not dried enough, leave for another hour. In the end you will get tasty treat, which can be safely given to children and guests. And if you add another scoop of vanilla ice cream, you get a real dessert.
Sometimes we all like to crunch on chips while listening to an interesting movie or football match. Did you know that there is a healthy and tasty alternative? Dried bananas can be successfully replaced as a harmful snack. Of course, their health benefits directly depend on how they are made and processed. To be sure of the quality of the product, it is better to dry them at home. Below we have collected a couple simple recipes, but first, let's find out why they are good.
Banana chips: benefits and harm
The main benefit of dried bananas is that they are rich in fiber. Just 100 grams of this product contains about a third of the daily value. Thanks to this, they have a beneficial effect on the condition of the intestines and reduce cholesterol levels in the blood. Don't forget to drink them with plenty of water.
In addition, these chips are rich in iron and potassium. This substance plays an important role in maintaining normal heart function, muscle tone and water distribution throughout the body. If you are deficient in potassium, you will deal with weakness, cramps, swelling and irregular heartbeat. If you buy dried bananas at the store, read the label carefully. Many manufacturers prepare them by deep frying and adding sugar. This method negates all of the above advantages, since the snack turns out to be too fatty.
How to dry bananas at home?
Now let's talk more about how to make banana chips. The beauty is that we don’t need any fancy ingredients. We will prepare a healthy version of this snack, so forget about oil and other things for deep frying. For all methods there is one rule: bananas must be ripe and sweet. It will be better if brown dots have already appeared on the skin. This will make our chips sweet without using any extra sugar. Well, then the choice of recipe depends on which unit you have at hand.
Banana chips in the oven
As practice shows, this is the most common method. I advise owners of gas ovens to refrain from using it, as it will be difficult to maintain the required temperature. To begin, preheat the oven to 65 degrees. Peel the bananas and cut into thin pieces, as in the photo. Drop them in lemon juice so that they do not darken during the drying process. Place them on a greased baking sheet and sprinkle with seasonings of your choice. I like to use coriander. Cook for an hour or two until completely dry. Dried bananas will be pliable while hot. Let them cool completely and then store in an airtight container.
How to dry bananas in an electric dryer?
If you are the proud owner of an electric dryer, it would be strange not to use it. Peel the bananas again and cut them into thin slices. Dip them in lemon juice and lay them out to dry, leaving a little space between them. Set the temperature to 65 degrees for the first two hours, then reduce it to 55 degrees and leave our chips for another 6 hours. Turn them over about halfway through cooking. Let the pieces cool completely with the dryer turned off, this takes me another couple of hours. Place them in a bag or airtight container. Store at room temperature.
Banana chips in the microwave
Perhaps every home now has a microwave, so why not use it? Peel the banana and cut it into thin pieces. Place them in any suitable bowl and microwave. It is better to take a larger bowl so that the bananas do not lie in a too thick layer. Turn on defrost mode for 10-15 minutes. Turn our chips over about halfway through cooking. Transfer the cooked bananas to a wire rack. Don't worry if they feel a little sticky to the touch. Let sit overnight and then place in a storage container.
Well known and loved all over the world. But many will probably hear for the first time that they come dried.
Meanwhile, this exotic preparation can not only be purchased in a retail chain, but also easily made on your own at home, and it will turn out extremely tasty, original and healthy (albeit quite high in calories).
Calorie content and chemical composition
Indeed, we are talking about an extremely valuable product. Let's start with minerals. 100 g of product contains (in descending order):
- potassium (K) - 1.5 g;
- magnesium (Mg) -0.1 g;
- phosphorus (P) -74 mg;
- calcium (Ca) -22 mg;
- sodium (Na) -3 mg;
- iron (Fe) -1.15 mg;
- zinc (Zn) -0.61 mg;
- manganese (Mn) -0.57 mg;
- copper (Cu) -0.39 mg;
- selenium (Se) -0.004 mg;
- fluorine (F) -0.002 mg.
So, the main mineral “richness” of dried bananas is potassium. This element is indispensable in our body for many reasons. It takes part in regulating water balance, removing excess fluid from the body, activates important enzymes, improves heart function, and controls arterial pressure and prevents the development of atherosclerosis by preventing the accumulation of sodium salts in blood vessels. 
In addition, potassium at the cellular level ensures the normal functioning of muscles, endocrine glands, brain, and other internal organs. Potassium also has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, eliminates symptoms of overwork and chronic fatigue, helps get rid of swelling and eliminates problems with difficulty urinating. This element is especially important for older people, as well as for those who lead an active lifestyle or eat low-calorie foods. Potassium deficiency in the body can cause constipation, nausea, metabolic disorders and even provoke a heart attack.
Did you know? In fact, a banana is a berry, not a fruit.
Magnesium is an essential element for our nervous system; it is a kind of guarantor of the internal balance of the body. Magnesium helps remove harmful substances, so-called “toxins,” from tissues. It has been proven that this element is necessary for the body to absorb vitamins C, B1 and B6 (which, by the way, are also found in dried bananas). In addition, magnesium, not just calcium, provides strength to our bones. Another basic element for the formation of bones and teeth is phosphorus, its reserves can also be replenished with dried bananas.
Iron is a mineral involved in the synthesis of hemoglobin, which saturates tissues with oxygen. Each hemoglobin molecule contains four iron atoms. This element strengthens the immune system, improves skin condition, and helps cope with fatigue. 
Dried bananas are also a product rich in vitamins. In the same 100 g of product you can find (again in descending order):
- vitamin A (biological equivalent of retinol) -74 mg;
- vitamin B4 (choline) -20 mg;
- vitamin B9 (folic acid) -14 mg;
- vitamin C (ascorbic acid) -7 mg;
- vitamin B4 (nicotinic acid) -3 mg;
- vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) -0.44 mg;
- vitamin E (alpha tocopherol) -0.4 mg;
- vitamin B2 (riboflavin) -0.24 mg;
- vitamin B1 (thiamine) -0.2 mg;
- vitamin K (phylloquinone) -2 mcg.
It should be noted that the above amount of pyridoxine constitutes the daily norm of this substance, which takes an active part in metabolic processes. Ascorbic acid is a powerful immunostimulant. Vitamin C helps the body cope with various bacterial and viral infections, heals wounds and bone fractures, and performs many other important functions in the body. Retinol is extremely beneficial for vision and, like ascorbic acid, strengthens the immune system. Thiamine is involved in hematopoiesis and improves brain function. Riboflavin improves metabolic processes, nourishes the skin, nails and hair with oxygen, prevents the occurrence of cataracts and is involved in the formation of antibodies. 
Another valuable component of dried bananas is fiber (it accounts for almost 10% of the product). Fiber removes bad cholesterol from the body, maintains normal sugar levels, improves intestinal function, and is an excellent prevention of cardiovascular pathologies and even some malignant neoplasms.
In addition to the substances mentioned above, dried bananas also contain ash, sucrose, starch, pectins, mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids, amino acids, as well as other organic compounds and water (3%).
Did you know?Dried fruits are fruits from which the water has been removed. At proper preparation the maximum amount of useful substances remains in them, and in concentrated form. In particular, fiber, pectins, calcium and magnesium are completely preserved during the drying process. Sugar ideally should not be used for such preparation, however, due to the concentration of substances as a result of drying, it turns out that a dried banana is sweeter than a fresh one, just like prunes and dried apricots are sweeter than and, respectively.
Energy value of the product (ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates): 3.89 g: 1.81 g: 88.28 g (simple carbohydrates -47.3 g). 
But the calorie content of dried bananas, in comparison with others, is impressive: per 100 grams there are 346 kcal (for comparison - 299, in dried apricots and prunes - 240, in dried - about 250, and in general, the average figures for dried fruits fluctuate in range 250-300 kcal per 100 g).
What are the benefits of dried bananas?
The benefits of dried bananas are determined by their chemical composition. Above we described in detail what important substances for the body can be obtained from this valuable product.
Cardiovascular and nervous system, gastrointestinal tract, liver and brain - these are the “areas” that will first of all respond with gratitude to such a delicacy.
The fibrous structure and large amount of fiber are wonderful properties for improving the functioning of the stomach and intestines. Potassium and magnesium will help the body get rid of excess fluid and harmful substances. For constipation and anemia, dried bananas can significantly improve the patient's condition. Vitamin C has a general strengthening effect and improves immunity. The serotonin contained in the product lifts your mood, relieves tension, gets rid of the blues, eliminates the effects of stress and normalizes sleep. 
Dried bananas contain a lot of sugar, and sugar, as you know, is the main source of energy. That is why the product is indicated for increased physical activity, and is also recommended for those who exhaust themselves with low-calorie diets. By the way, such a delicacy can be used as delicious dessert, as an alternative to not at all healthy pastries and cakes.
Important! It is best to consume dried bananas in the first half of the day, and in combination with oatmeal such a product as a breakfast will be a first-class source of energy for almost the whole day! In addition, the product can be used to quickly satisfy an attack of hunger, for example, during work, when lunch is still far away.
The benefits of dried bananas are determined by their following properties:
- fast digestibility;
- hypoallergenic;
- high potassium and fiber content;
- lack of cholesterol;
- low in sodium and saturated fat.
How to dry it yourself
Dried bananas today can be easily found in any large retail outlet (if you have not come across this product, perhaps you simply did not pay attention to the inscription on the bright packaging). However, as often happens, during production on an industrial scale in natural product various preservatives, dyes, flavors, flavor enhancers and other unattractive substances are added, and the quality of the raw materials may be far from ideal. Therefore, it is much better to dry bananas yourself, especially since it is very easy to do this at home.
Did you know? Banana peels are usually thrown straight into the trash, but there are plenty of ways to get extra benefits out of them. You can use it to polish shoes made of genuine leather, and the effect will be much better than that of a regular cream. Can be used to gently and effectively whiten teeth and clean silver items. For summer residents, banana peels will help fight aphid infestations and serve as... The skin of this fruit can also be used as a cosmetic product - it perfectly nourishes the skin and even helps cope with various irritations and rashes!
Entirely
Fully ripe, but in no case overripe fruits are selected as raw materials for harvesting. The skin should not have any damage, wormholes or dark spots.
Selected bananas are washed, allowed to dry, and then peeled. To prevent the fruits from darkening, it is recommended to sprinkle them with lemon or orange juice. Before drying, carefully pierce each banana with a toothpick in several places to ensure better circulation of warm air and speed up the cooking process. 
Line a clean baking tray with baking parchment, having previously greased it vegetable oil, otherwise the fruit will stick to the surface. Now we place the bananas so that they do not touch each other and put them in the oven, preheated to 40-80 °C.
Important! The higher the temperature, the faster the cooking process, but the greater the loss of nutrients.
So that the fruit does not burn or get lost useful material, it is better to leave the oven door slightly open.
The drying time will be at least five hours, it all depends on the selected temperature, the water content in the bananas and their size. At the same time, you need to periodically check the condition of the fruit and turn them on different sides for uniform processing. 
If your oven has a ventilation mode, be sure to use it; in this case, the door can be closed, but you still need to monitor the process constantly.
To reduce processing time, it is still recommended to cut the fruits into at least two parts crosswise; they will look almost the same, but will cook much faster.
Did you know? Residents of the African country of Uganda eat the largest amount of bananas. According to statistics, each resident of this country eats about 220 kg of bananas per year.
The finished dried bananas will become much smaller in size, but all the liquid should not be lost from them. The fruit should not crumble or break; on the contrary, it becomes elastic and does not deform when bent or unbent.
Since drying takes place at not very high temperatures, and no preservatives are used, the finished product retains almost all the beneficial substances.
Chips
Banana chips are an accelerated option for drying fruit. There are several ways to make this delicacy yourself.
You can use the same oven. Prepared and peeled bananas are cut into slices (the size depends on your taste), after which they are dipped in lemon or lemon juice for half a minute. Orange juice, diluted in water (approximately 30% solution). Without this treatment, the finished chips will have an unattractive dark brown color.
Now place in the oven according to the scheme described above. Cooking time will be significantly reduced compared to whole bananas. If you are the proud owner of a fruit and vegetable dryer, you won't need an oven. In this device, banana chips will be ready in about 12 hours, but they are much less likely to burn or dry out.
Important! To give banana chips a special taste and piquancy, you can sprinkle them with cinnamon before drying.
The longest, but perhaps the most The best way drying chips - using natural heat, that is, drying in the sun. Unfortunately, it is not suitable for everyone, since it requires a brightly lit area with good ventilation and excellent weather conditions. Prepared blanks for chips are laid out on such a surface on a paper towel or cloth, covered with gauze on top to prevent wind and insects and left in the sun. Periodic changes in parts of the day are excellent conditions for drying fruits, when the bright rays of the sun give way to the coolness of the night and vice versa. Periodically, remove the gauze and turn the banana slices over to the opposite side. When the fruits are reduced in size and covered with a delicious caramel crust, the process is complete.
Finally, another recipe for dried bananas involves using the microwave. Pieces of fruit soaked in citrus juice are laid out in a single layer on the surface of a microwave-safe dish, covered with oiled paper, and placed in the oven for three minutes at maximum power. After this, the fruit must be removed and dried at room temperature for at least another day.
How to store at home
After drying is completed, no matter what technology you use, the fruits should be placed in a well-ventilated place until they cool completely (from the parchment on which they were lying in the oven, dryer or microwave, they should be removed and laid out on clean paper, or at least simply turned over ).
Now chips or whole dried bananas should be placed in glass containers and covered tightly with a lid. Storage in cellophane or paper bags, as well as in plastic containers, but in any case they must remain closed.
Storage conditions depend on the degree of drying.
Important! Drying, unlike drying, involves not complete, but partial drying, and the process occurs with minimal heat. It is dried fruits that remain soft, acquiring only a certain elasticity, while dry ones break, crumble and at the same time acquire literally rock hardness. Dried fruits are thus much healthier and tastier than dried ones, but they are much more difficult to preserve.
For example, dried bananas should be stored in the refrigerator, and here it is better to use glass containers rather than paper or cellophane. But a completely dried product will be perfectly preserved at normal room temperature. If the humidity in the room is not too high, paper for such dried fruits is a completely suitable packaging material. In both cases, the shelf life is one year, subject to strict adherence to the specified conditions. 
What can you cook
Dried bananas are a completely self-sufficient delicacy and an excellent snack. In combination with oatmeal and other dried fruits, they constitute a complete breakfast - the famous muesli. You can add such dried fruits to any porridge, this will make them much tastier and more interesting. In addition, there are many recipes for a wide variety of dishes in which dried bananas are present to enhance the richness of taste. We will not mention the numerous desserts, creams, cupcakes, pies and other baking options, everything is clear here. Dried bananas are in perfect harmony with meat and fish, so they can be used in cooking in a wide variety of ways.
For example, try cooking a gourmet crab salad with dried bananas. Place crab meat torn into fibers on a plate (if you are unlucky enough to be a resident of Kamchatka, you can, at worst, take crab sticks), add thinly sliced mango, avocado, and banana chips. Whisk orange juice with soy sauce(ratio 3:1), pour the resulting dressing over the salad. 
You can use this recipe as a main dish. Meat (lean pork, beef or veal) is cut into portions and fried in oil. Then you need to add the cut into thin circles and half rings and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Next, add half a glass of dry white wine and finely chopped dried bananas, simmer for another minute. Pour water over the meat and vegetables so that it barely covers the contents of the saucepan, cover with a lid and simmer for 30-40 minutes, depending on the type of meat. Before removing from heat, add salt, pepper and sprinkle with dry herbs (for example).
So, the idea is clear. On this basis, you can conduct any experiments by adding dried banana to familiar dishes.
Contraindications and harm
The main problem with dried bananas is that they high calorie content and very high sugar content. People suffering diabetes mellitus, should use the product with caution, it is better to consult your doctor first.
If the product is abused, even in completely healthy people, metabolism can be disrupted, not to mention the fact that overeating dried bananas leads to excess weight.
Important! It is especially easy to gain extra pounds if you drink dried bananas with milk or eat them in combination with other dairy products.
Otherwise, eating dried bananas is safe and has no direct contraindications. However, of course, we are talking about a product prepared with our own hands from natural raw materials, since industrial conditions fruits are often dried with the addition of fats (usually not the healthiest ones), as well as sugar, which is used as a preservative. Thus, the already high-calorie and sweet product becomes even “heavier”. In addition, manufacturers can add various flavor enhancers, flavors, stabilizers and other “chemicals” to dried bananas that can completely kill all the benefits that were discussed so much above.
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One of the most popular and beloved tropical fruits in our country is banana. This product not only has a sweet and pleasant taste, but also brings great benefits. It is generally accepted that the fruit can only be eaten separately. However, in some original recipes Bananas are often fried in dough and added to sweet pies, charlottes and other dishes. Besides, fruit salads By adding this product to them they always acquire a special taste.
Varieties of this type can have different peel colors - from green and yellow to dark red. And in order to preserve the taste and benefits of this aromatic product longer, bananas are often subjected to a drying process.
Dried banana, unlike its fresh counterpart, has a richer taste. And this is not surprising. During the drying process, almost all of the moisture leaves this fruit, leaving only elastic pulp, rich in microelements and vitamins. For the same reason, dried banana has a more pronounced aroma.
It is worth noting that for this process, manufacturers select only ripe fruits without any damage, spots, etc. Then the fruits are peeled and cut crosswise or lengthwise into small pieces. Some entrepreneurs also dry whole fruits, but in this case the preparation process becomes much longer.
After the fruits are processed and chopped into small pieces, they are laid out in one layer on a wire rack and then sent to the oven. In this case, be sure to ensure that the fruits do not come into contact with each other.
If you decide not to buy dried banana in the store, but to make it yourself, then you need to place the fruits cut into pieces in the oven, which is recommended to be preheated to 80 degrees. By the way, it is advisable to open the cabinet door slightly to allow air to enter. The fruit must be kept in this state for several hours.
In the event that you decide to make a dried banana in its entirety, you need to take a large ripe fruit without damage or stains, peel it and also place it on the oven rack, which should only be heated to 50 degrees. This drying should last from 3 to 5 hours (depending on the amount of moisture in the fruit).
During the drying process, the processed banana loses about twenty percent of its moisture and decreases quite significantly in volume. At the same time, the fruits retain all their useful elements and vitamins, but their calories increase significantly. Dried bananas have energy value up to 230 kcal, while their fresh counterparts contain only 95 kcal.
After the fruit is completely dried, it needs to be placed on a plate and cooled in air. Next, pieces of bananas or the whole fruit must be placed in small portions in plastic bags. In this state, the finished dried product can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one year.
