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Mashing bananas is essential in several different kinds of recipes. Banana bread, banana baby food, and smoothies or shakes are some examples. There are also different methods and appliances to use. This article will tell you how to mash a banana.
Steps
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1Peel off the entire banana peel from the banana.[1]
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2Take out the banana "string" if you are making baby food. It's also helpful to remove or cut off both ends of the banana tips.Advertisement
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3Use the bottom of a spoon or fork to press down on the banana. Continue this process until the banana is well mashed.[2]
Blend or Purée
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1Peel off the entire banana peel from the banana.
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2Take out the banana "string" and cut off both ends of the banana tips.
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3Slice the banana(s) into small chunks or pieces.[3]
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4Place the pieces into a food processor or blender.[4]
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5Blend or purée mixture until well mixed thoroughly.[5]
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow can I do it quietly? I need it for a recipe I'm making at 2:00 AM.Community AnswerPotato masher and a plastic bowl. Add a small amount of milk or vanilla yogurt.
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QuestionWhat if I don't have a blender to mash the banana?HumanBeingTop AnswererUse a spoon, fork, or masher instead of a blender as described in the article.
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QuestionI mashed bananas in a Vitamix for banana bread. I sealed the mash in Ziploc bags and stored it in my fridge. Can I still use the mash one week later?Community AnswerIt's always best to freeze. As long as there's no mold, and the mash smells and tastes okay, you should be fine.
References
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/why-you-should-peel-your-banana-like-a-monkey-206322
- ↑ https://www.tarladalal.com/Banana-Puree-for-Babies-40465r
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AECcOO9Wjac
- ↑ https://www.parents.com/recipes/baby-food/how-to-make-banana-puree/
- ↑ https://recipes.timesofindia.com/recipes/banana-puree/rs60747931.cms
- ↑ https://www.myrecipes.com/how-to/cooking-questions/keeping-bananas-from-turning-brown
About This Article
To mash bananas, start by removing the peels and cutting off both ends of the banana tips. Next, put the banana into a large bowl and use the bottom of a spoon or fork to press down until the banana is well mashed. If you want to puree your banana instead, cut it into small chunks first and put the pieces into a blender or food processor. Then, pulse the banana until the mixture is fully pureed. For tips on using mashed banana for baby food, read on!