Green Banana
"The versatile, starchy delight"
A starchy, unripe stage of the typical yellow banana, often cooked and consumed in many tropical countries, green bananas offer a versatile flavor and culinary uses.
Also known as
Green Plantain, Unripe Banana, Green Fig
Botanical name
Musa spp.
Product Details
PLU Code
4231
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Bananas › All Sizes
Origin
Tropical regions of Southeast Asia, Africa, and Central America
Temperature
13°C - 15°C (56°F - 59°F)
Shelf Life
7-10 days
Status
Approved
About Green Banana
Green bananas are a nutrient-rich food, high in potassium, vitamins, and minerals, and are often used in dishes such as mofongo, maduros, and matooke.
Nutrition Information
Green banana nutrition facts: per 100 grams of edible portion the green banana contains 90 grams of water, 22 kcal of energy, 5.4 grams of carbohydrates, 1.2 grams of fibre, 0.3 grams of protein and 0.1 gram of fat. It is rich in potassium with 422 milligrams, vitamin C with 10 milligrams and vitamin B6 with 0.4 milligrams per 100 grams serving.
Storage & Handling
Maintain high humidity and moderate temperature to delay ripening process.
Temperature
13°C - 15°C (56°F - 59°F)
Humidity
80% - 90%
Packaging
Breathable bags or ethylene gas absorbing packing
Shelf Life
7-10 days
Storage Notes: Monitor for ethylene production to minimize fruit ripening.
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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