Chef's Choice Banana Blossom is prepared banana blossom from Thailand. This large purplish-red flower grows at the end of a banana bunch and contains lighter, tender edible parts beneath its outer leaves. Also known as banana flower or banana heart, it has a mild, slightly earthy and somewhat bitter taste. Its tender yet fibrous texture readily absorbs seasonings, sauces and marinades.

The banana blossom is already prepared and preserved in a mild broth, making it convenient for curries, salads, soups and stir-fries. In Filipino cooking it is known as puso ng saging, literally ‘heart of the banana’, and is used in dishes with coconut milk and vegetables. Its fibrous texture also makes it a plant-based alternative in dishes traditionally prepared with fish or meat.

Product features

• Prepared banana blossom preserved in a mild broth
• Mild, slightly earthy and somewhat bitter flavour
• Tender, fibrous texture that absorbs seasonings well
• Suitable for curries, salads, soups and stir-fries
• Can be used as a plant-based alternative in fish or meat-style dishes
• Known as puso ng saging in Filipino cuisine
• Country of origin: Thailand
• Net weight: 510 g; drained weight: 260 g

Preparation and storage

Drain the banana blossom before adding it to your dish. No further preparation or storage instructions were provided; refer to the packaging.

Ingredients and allergens

Banana blossom 51, water, salt

Product specifications

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