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The Hidden Table · 2026-09-09
Banana
A ripe dessert banana has sweet, soft flesh and a yellow peel that may develop brown speckles. It is not the same cooking ingredient as a firm green plantain.
Caribbean uses
In Caribbean kitchens it is eaten fresh, blended into drinks or used in cakes and simple desserts. A lightly browned banana pairs well with cacao and coconut.
Preparation and storage
Let firm bananas ripen at room temperature. Peel just before use; freeze peeled pieces for later blending.
Recipe
Banana: gentle pan finish
4 small portions
Ingredients
- 300 g Banana — ripe but firm, peeled and thickly sliced
- 15 ml olive oil
- 0.5 g ground cinnamon
Method
- Warm the oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Add the prepared ingredient in one layer and cook 4–6 minutes, turning gently, until lightly golden.
- Remove from heat, add the measured seasoning and serve promptly.
At the table
Its familiar sweetness makes an uncomplicated, comforting end to a meal.
At The Hidden Table, we adapt the portion, accompaniments and presentation to your guests, so this ingredient has a thoughtful place in an experience made uniquely for you.