Avoid wasting bananas with these tips and make this delicious fruit last longer at home without spoiling
THE banana It is a popular fruit in Brazil and is very healthy. Rich in potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin A, B vitamins, vitamin C, antioxidants, tryptophan, carbohydrates and fibre, it is very versatile and can appear in different recipes, such as cakes, bread and desserts.
However, a common complaint is that the fruit it deteriorates and darkens quickly too. After all, who hasn’t gone home to eat a banana when they realized they were past their prime?
For this reason, many people buy fruit in smaller quantities or take green fruit from the supermarket so that it takes longer to deteriorate. However, there is a way to extend the time that food is fit for consumption and it’s very simple!
Tips for making bananas last longer
Bananas, like apples and avocados, are climate fruits, meaning they continue to ripen even after harvest. The compound that does this, in the case of bananas, is called ethylene gas and is released from the tip of the bunch. In other words, for the banana to last longer, it is necessary isolate this part.
To do this, when you bring the fruit home, use a knife to separate each banana from the bunch, remembering to keep the small stem at the top of the banana nearby. Remember to cover the tip of each with cling film or tape.
Another important tip to make bananas last longer is to know how to store them. Heat and humidity help the fruit ripen, so a good option is to store it in the refrigerator. When it is very ripe you can also freeze it in small pieces to use in recipes.
And don’t worry if the peel is a little dark in the fridge: this doesn’t mean that the central part is ruined. Check it before throwing it away.
And to make the banana ripen faster?
There is also the opposite problem: when you want to make a recipe and the banana is not yet ripe enough. To solve this problem, simply place the fruit in closed packaging, such as a paper bag.
This way, the ethylene gas will remain concentrated in the package and speed up ripening. Another tip is that apples also release this compound, so storing them together can help.
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
