How to harness the hidden potential of the banana stem?

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As homemade juice:  cut into small pieces, blended with water and then filtered, it gives a smooth and neutral drink, perfect for personalizing with a touch of lemon.

  • Ingredients (1 glass)

    • 1 fresh banana stem (approximately  10 to 12 cm , or  80 g  after cleaning)
    • 500 ml of water  (or 50 cl)
    • 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice  (optional, for taste)

    • Preparation

      1. Prepare the stem

      Remove the toughest outer fibers with a knife. Keep only the softer inner part.

      1. Cut

      Cut the stem into small pieces of about  1 to 2 cm  to make blending easier.

      1. Mixer

      Place the pieces in a blender with  500 ml of water . Blend for  1 to 2 minutes , until you obtain a smooth mixture.

      1. Filter

      Pour the mixture through a fine sieve or a clean cloth to remove any remaining fibers. Press lightly to extract as much juice as possible.

      Add flavoring (optional)

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      Add  1 tablespoon of lemon juice , mix, then taste. Adjust if necessary.

      Usage tips

      • Consume  immediately , preferably chilled.
      • Can be drunk in the morning on an empty stomach or as a light drink during the day.
      • Can be kept  for a maximum of 24 hours in the refrigerator  in a sealed bottle.

      This drink is mild, very light in taste and easy to incorporate into a daily routine, especially if you are starting with banana stem.

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      • In a light stir-fry : finely chopped, it is cooked like a vegetable, with a little garlic, onion and mild spices.
      • In smoothies : in small quantities, it blends in easily without changing the taste, while also providing fiber.
      • Dried and ground into powder : convenient to store, this version can be added to soups, infusions or everyday dishes.
      • As an infusion  : simply boiled in water, for a warm and comforting drink.

      The trick is to remove the toughest fibers and cut it finely to obtain a more pleasant texture in the mouth.

       

      One small gesture, one big change

    • Rediscovering the banana stem means changing our perspective on what we thought was useless. Without unrealistic promises or constraints, it invites us to consume differently, with curiosity and common sense, while taking care of ourselves and the planet.

      Sometimes, well-being simply begins with what we decide to no longer throw away.

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