Weight Loss Banana Stem Salad | Keto Diet Salad
Banana stems are botanically a part of the Musa genus and are actually a flower stalk of a large, herbaceous plant belonging to the Musaceae family. All parts of the banana plant are edible, and though the fruits are the most commonly consumed portion of the plant, the leaves and stalks are also used for a variety of culinary applications in Asia. Banana stems are predominately utilized in South Indian cuisine, favored for its mild flavor, ability to complement many different spices, crisp texture, and high nutritional properties. The outer layer of the stem is a fibrous, green sheath that is inedible and tough to remove. Underneath this layer, the core is the edible portion of the stem and is white to pale green-yellow with a firm, dense consistency. Banana stems are crisp with a texture similar to jicama and have a mild, sweet-tart, vegetal flavor. Banana stems are most popularly cooked in stews or are consumed raw in juice form. When preparing Banana stems, be sure to remove any additional fibrous pieces that may come from the outer shell as these pieces are inedible and tough. In India, Banana stems are cooked with lentils and spices, cooked into curries and coconut milk, fried into crispy snacks, chopped and mixed into curries or vegetable stir-fries, or are made into a stew and served over white rice. Banana stems are also sliced, juiced, and combined with buttermilk, salt, or lime to create a refreshing beverage. Banana stems have a mild flavor that readily absorbs accompanying flavors and pairs well with turmeric, mustard seeds, curry leaves, red chilies, lentils, and grated coconut. The stems should be used immediately for best quality and flavor and will only keep 1-2 days when stored in the refrigerator. In India, Banana stems are used in Ayurvedic medicine as a cooling element to counteract the hot, humid climate and are used to promote overall health. The stalks are predominately juiced, and the juice is left unstrained for use as a nutritional drink to help regulate blood pressure and to maintain insulin levels. The juice is also used as a diuretic to remove toxins from the body and help prevent urinary tract infections and kidney stones.   Weight Loss Banana Stem Salad | Keto Diet Salad | Vazhaithandu Salad | Vegan Salad | வாழைத் தண்டு | Plantain Stem salad recipe| How to make Banana stem salad| How to cut Banana Stem   https://youtu.be/arkySFsNQF8
Servings: 4 yield(s)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Ingredients
  • 1 Banana Stem
  • 1 cup Chopped Raw Mango
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Carrot
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cucumber
  • 1/2 Lemon
  • 3 tbsp Chopped Cilantro
  • 1/4 Ginger (inch)
  • Salt (For Taste)
Recipe Notes

**Health Benefits of Banana Stem** 1)Rich in Fiber 2) Low in calorie 3)Aids Weight loss 4) Reduce Cholesterol 5)Increase Immunity 6) Good source of Iron 7)Removes Toxins from body 8) Controls Acidity Problems 9) Helps fight Kidney stones 10) Diabetic friendly vegetable **DISCLAIMER** All the information on this website is for educational purposes only. Recipes, tips, and tricks are for informational purposes only. These recipes are not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. If you have any medical condition, please consult your doctor before trying any new diet. I am not responsible for anything. This Uthra Srini kitchen(the language of good food) is a cookbook website, all about Cooking & Health. For more healthy ideas for breakfast lunch and dinner subscribe to our youtube channel and do try this healthy weight loss salad  recipe at home and surprise your loved ones. Also, share your feedback about the recipe in the comments below https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJlFSqXi-hbyBTJT9aUsB6Q/?sub_confirmation=1