5 Ways to Eat 'Banana' | Vietnam, Ghana, India, Peru, Ecuador, Tahiti

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness and a unique flavor.

ripe bananas

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: frozen banana puree

Applesauce lowers sugar and adds moisture.

taro root

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potato

Sweet potato is more accessible and offers similar texture.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.

Boil the taro root until tender, then mash it and add to the bananas.

Mix in the coconut milk, sugar, vanilla extract, lime juice, and salt until well combined.

Gradually add the arrowroot starch, stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, smoothing the top.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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