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Baby bananas wear a thin, bright yellow signature peel. As their name suggests, they are petite in size, averaging only three to four inches in length. Baby bananas have a very dense creamy texture and once ripe their flavor is rich and sweet with vanilla and caramel undertones.
Baby bananas are available year-round.
Baby banana plants are a member of the world's largest herbaceous plant bearing edible fruits, botanically known as Musa acuminate. The Baby banana is also known as the mini banana. It is trademarked by the global banana brand, Chiquita. Baby bananas were developed and marketed specifically as a snack banana for the children's consumer market. They are heavily promoted for their thin easy-to-peel peel and their unique sweetness for their size.
Baby bananas contain little to no fat and are low in calories. They are high in vitamin B6 and contain the amino acid tryptophan which helps the human body produce mood boosting serotonin. Baby bananas are high in fiber and potassium. They also posses a fair amount of phosphorous, magnesium, selenium, copper, zinc, iron and calcium. They contain vitamins A, B1, B2, C, E, K, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
Baby bananas are a quintessential fresh eating banana and can be used as a dessert banana as well. Their sweetness lends to many recipes in various applications. Baby bananas can be a principle ingredient in smoothies, baby food, pudding, cakes, muffins, bread, cookies, ice cream and tarts.
Native to Columbia, the Baby banana grows on a tree-size plant in bunches of “hands”. Each hand can contain anywhere from 10-12 bananas, the individual fruits are also called fingers. The bananas are harvested and shipped while still green allowing the consumer to decide their desired level of ripeness for consumption.
Baby bananas grow best in wet tropical conditions such as South America, the Caribbean, Asia and Africa. The plants establish themselves quickly, often producing harvest within fifteen months after planting. One of the greatest advantages of banana plants is that the herb successively produces fruit indefinitely without discrimination to seasons. The few Baby banana varieties found in the commercial marketplace are Pisang Mas, originally from Malaysia, as well as Ladyfinger and Orito. Considered a staple to many outside of the United States, it is also known as a Finger, a Ladyfinger, a Lady Finger, or a Nino banana.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipes that include Baby Bananas. One
is easiest, three is harder.
People have shared Baby Bananas using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
| Food Buzz: History of Bananas |
Description/Taste
Baby bananas wear a thin, bright yellow signature peel. As their name suggests, they are petite in size, averaging only three to four inches in length. Baby bananas have a very dense creamy texture and once ripe their flavor is rich and sweet with vanilla and caramel undertones.
Seasons/Availability
Baby bananas are available year-round.
Current Facts
Baby banana plants are a member of the world's largest herbaceous plant bearing edible fruits, botanically known as Musa acuminate. The Baby banana is also known as the mini banana. It is trademarked by the global banana brand, Chiquita. Baby bananas were developed and marketed specifically as a snack banana for the children's consumer market. They are heavily promoted for their thin easy-to-peel peel and their unique sweetness for their size.
Nutritional Value
Baby bananas contain little to no fat and are low in calories. They are high in vitamin B6 and contain the amino acid tryptophan which helps the human body produce mood boosting serotonin. Baby bananas are high in fiber and potassium. They also posses a fair amount of phosphorous, magnesium, selenium, copper, zinc, iron and calcium. They contain vitamins A, B1, B2, C, E, K, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
Applications
Baby bananas are a quintessential fresh eating banana and can be used as a dessert banana as well. Their sweetness lends to many recipes in various applications. Baby bananas can be a principle ingredient in smoothies, baby food, pudding, cakes, muffins, bread, cookies, ice cream and tarts.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Native to Columbia, the Baby banana grows on a tree-size plant in bunches of “hands”. Each hand can contain anywhere from 10-12 bananas, the individual fruits are also called fingers. The bananas are harvested and shipped while still green allowing the consumer to decide their desired level of ripeness for consumption.
Geography/History
Baby bananas grow best in wet tropical conditions such as South America, the Caribbean, Asia and Africa. The plants establish themselves quickly, often producing harvest within fifteen months after planting. One of the greatest advantages of banana plants is that the herb successively produces fruit indefinitely without discrimination to seasons. The few Baby banana varieties found in the commercial marketplace are Pisang Mas, originally from Malaysia, as well as Ladyfinger and Orito. Considered a staple to many outside of the United States, it is also known as a Finger, a Ladyfinger, a Lady Finger, or a Nino banana.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| Pendry SD (Pendry Banquets) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Baby Bananas. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Cooking Channel |
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Fried Baby Bananas with Coconut Cream |
| Pinch of Yum |
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Banana Lumpia Turon with Caramel Sauce |
| Weight Watchers |
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Chocolate-Dipped Baby Bananas |
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Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 58 days ago, 3/20/22 Sharer's comments : Baby Bananas 
Medellin, Colombia
Tienda Éxito Avenida Colombia
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaCra. 66 ##No. 49 - 01 Medellin Antioquia 574-605-0307 https://www.exito.com/ About 97 days ago, 2/09/22 Sharer's comments : Camilo, trabaja día a día para mantener la sesión de frutas surtida 
M&S Simply Food
M & S Simply
Near London, England, United KingdomUnit 21, 90 Southwark St, London SE1 0HX, United Kingdom 442076330068 https://marksandspencer.com About 236 days ago, 9/24/21 
Χαλάνδρι
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceAbout 427 days ago, 3/17/21 Sharer's comments : Bananas baby 🍌 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 452 days ago, 2/19/21 Sharer's comments : Baby bananas 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 91910 About 478 days ago, 1/24/21 Sharer's comments : Baby Bananas! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 491 days ago, 1/11/21 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Baby Bananas @specialtyproduce 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 531 days ago, 12/03/20 Sharer's comments : Baby bananas 🍌 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 575 days ago, 10/20/20 Sharer's comments : Baby bananas 🍌 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 601 days ago, 9/24/20 Sharer's comments : Baby bananas 🍌 |
