The banana flower is the flower of banana plant. It is called as Vazhaipoo in Tamil. It is large and maroon colored cone shaped flower with cream colored florets layered inside. It has many medicinal properties. Banana flowers are rich vitamins like C and E, flavonoids, protein, minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, copper, phosphorous, magnesium … [Read more…]
Vazhaipoo is the tamil name for banana flower. It is also known as banana blossom or banana heart. Banana flowers are edible ,highly nutritious, slightly bitter and starchy taste. The florets of the banana flowers need to be cleaned well before they are cooked as a vegetable . I am giving the procedure for cleaning the banana … [Read more…]
The banana flower’s health benefits are numerous. Banana flower is a leafy maroon colored cone with cream colored florets layered inside. These florets should be cleaned well before they are cooked. The banana flower is rich in vitamins, flavonoids and proteins. The flower has been used in traditional medicine to treat bronchitis, constipation and ulcer … [Read more…]