Bananas are a versatile addition to any dish, but getting them perfectly ripe can be a challenge. A viral TikTok video from chef John Kanell, known as @preppykitchen, offers two quick methods to transform green bananas into soft, sweet fruit in just 10 minutes.
Kanell demonstrates that placing bananas on a baking sheet in an oven at 180C for 10 minutes mimics natural ripening, breaking down starches into sugars. The result is dark brown, soft bananas ready for baking or eating.
For those without an oven, a microwave hack works too: pierce the bananas with a fork and heat in 30-second intervals until soft. Both methods have garnered praise from viewers, with one calling them 'very helpful'.
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