Details about Curuba/Banana
Also known as Passion Fruit Banana, Banana Passion Fruit, Tacso
Semi-climacteric fruit, sensitive to temperature, humidity and ethylene, requiring careful handling and storage to maintain its quality.
Exotic taste meets Banana-like texture
Nutrition
Curuba is a variety of passion fruit that is often mistaken for a type of banana due to its elongated shape, however Passiflora mollissima is indeed the scientific name for curuba also known as banana passionfruit but it belongs to the passionfruit family not real banana.
Nutrition facts for 100g of curuba are, energy 250 kJ, moisture 87g, carbohydrates 6.4g, dietary fiber 1.8g, protein 0.8g, total fat 1.1g, sodium 2mg, potassium 348mg, magnesium 8mg, iron 1.6mg, vitamin A 127mcg, and vitamin C 36.4mg, it is rich in antioxidants and has health benefits such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and may help with heart health by reducing blood pressure.
Storage
Store in a cool, humid environment to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage
Storage conditions:- Temperature: 10-14°C (50-57°F)
- Humidity: 80-90%
Handle with care to avoid bruising, and keep away from direct sunlight and ethylene-producing fruits
Packaging
Breatable bags or containers, individual wrapping
Shelf life
1-2 weeks
