Thai: " Kluai "


Banana is native to the tropical region of Southeast Asia. Today, they are cultivated throughout the Tropics. Bananas are grown in 132 countries worldwide, more than any other fruit crop. Bananas come in a variety of sizes and colors; most cultivars are yellow when ripe but some are red or purple.

The banana plant is indigenous to Southeast Asia , and in all, there are some 28 different varieties of bananas grown in Thailand , many of which are used in very specific ways.


Usage

• Eaten fresh
• Add in fruit salad and dessert
• Make pies, cake and blender drink


Nutrition

Good source of energy and both essential nutritional replenishments in tropical climates such as Thailand. Bananas contain a substantial amount of VitaminA, C , B6, carbohydrates and are a valuable source of potassium in the diet(recommended for patients suffering from high blood pressure).


Storage

Mature green banana : 2-4 weeks at 13-14 °C
Ripened banana: 5-10 days at 15- 20 °C

Depending on captive and maturity state if refrigerated, the skin will turn black rapidly.


Season

Availability All year round
(Peak period for Kluai kai : August – November)