Nendran, a variety of banana growing in some parts of South India is the most suitable variety for making chips. Traditionally, raw Nendran bananas are skinned, made in to thin slices and then deep fried in coconut oil.
Is banana chips made from ripe banana?
Banana chips are slices of ripe bananas you crisp up or dry out by baking, dehydrating, or frying them. You can enjoy crispy banana chips as a snack—for example, add them to granola, dip them in peanut butter, or enjoy them plain—or use them as a garnish on banana bread or other dishes.
Are dehydrated bananas the same as banana chips?
Dehydrated bananas are typically sold in sliced or in powder form for use in recipes, and the healthiest products contain just one ingredient: dried or dehydrated bananas. Don't confuse banana "chips" with the unadulterated dried fruit. Such products are typically coated in oil, sugar and artificial flavors.
Are banana chips as good as fresh bananas?
Though banana chips supply essential vitamins and minerals, you're better off eating a fresh banana. Banana chips contain large amounts of saturated fat and smaller amounts of key nutrients when compared to a banana.
What is ripe banana chips?
Crispy ripe banana chips or plantain chips are deep fried, dried slices of bananas. Traditionally they are fried in coconut oil and have a crispy texture with a sweet and salty taste. These are one of the unique chips variety found in Kerala.
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