6 Recipes for preparing bananas without coconut milk, healthy and practical takjil for breaking the fast

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Enjoying sweet snacks with a soothing aroma of spices is the right choice to break the fast. The banana setup is here as a lighter alternative to takjil because it doesn’t use coconut milk, so it’s kinder to the stomach after a day of fasting. The combination of natural sweetness from bananas and the warmth of cinnamon and cloves makes this classic dish always have a place in the hearts of the family.

Apart from being practical, this menu is also very flexible. Can be served warm to warm the body, or add ice cubes to make it fresher. What’s more interesting is that banana stew is not just a dessert, but can also be a simple and filling sahur menu.

Here are several variations on how to process bananas into a delicious and flavorful setup.

1. Classic Cinnamon Banana Setup

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This original version features a strong spice aroma and the beautiful brown color of palm sugar.

Material:

– 5 ripe kepok bananas (cut diagonally)
– 800 ml of water
– 150 gr palm sugar (fine comb)
– 1 pandan leaf
– 3 cm cinnamon & 2 cloves
– A pinch of salt

How to make:

1. Boil water with palm sugar, pandan, cinnamon, cloves and salt until the sugar is completely dissolved.
2. Put the banana pieces into boiling water.
3. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the banana texture is soft but not crushed. Serve while warm.

2. Creamy Milk Banana Setup

For those who like a more savory and soft taste, adding milk can give a luxurious sensation to the soup.

Material:

– 5 kepok bananas (cut according to taste, usually diagonally)
– 600 ml water & 200 ml liquid milk
– 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 1 pandan sheet

How to make:

1. Boil water with granulated sugar and pandan leaves until it boils.
2. Add the bananas and cook until the texture softens.
3. Pour in the liquid milk, reduce the heat, then stir gently so that the milk doesn’t split. Remove as soon as it boils again.

3. Banana Honey Ginger Arrangement

This combination is very suitable for restoring stamina because it contains warming ginger.

Material:

– 5 kepok bananas (cut diagonally)
– 700 ml of water
– 2 cm ginger (finely ground)
– 3 tablespoons honey & 2 tablespoons palm sugar

How to make:

1. Boil water with crushed ginger until the aroma comes out.
2. Add palm sugar, stir until dissolved.
3. Add bananas and cook until cooked.
4. Turn off the heat, wait for the temperature to drop slightly, then add the honey and stir well.

4. Fragrant Pandan Banana Arrangement

This recipe is very simple with a focus on the fresh aroma of pandan.

Material:

– 5 bananas (cut diagonally)
– 800 ml of water
– 100 gr granulated sugar
– 2 pandan leaves (tie in a knot)

How to make:

1. Boil water and pandan leaves until the water smells good.
2. Dissolve granulated sugar in it.
3. Add the bananas, cook until evenly cooked, then serve.

5. Banana Colang-Kaling Arrangement

Banana setup recipe
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The chewy texture of the palm fruit provides an interesting variety of bites.

Material:

– 5 bananas (cut according to taste)
– 100 gr palm fruit (wash clean and slice)
– 800 ml of water
– 150 gr palm sugar
– 1 pandan sheet

How to make:

1. Cook the water, palm sugar and pandan until it boils.
2. Add the fronds first, cook for about 3-5 minutes until soft.
3. Add bananas, cook until the spices are absorbed into the bananas.

6. Contemporary Cheese Banana Setup

A touch of grated cheese provides a savory taste that contrasts with the sweetness of the setup sauce.

Material:

– 5 bananas (cut diagonally)
– 800 ml air & 120 gr palm sugar
– 50 gr grated cheese (for sprinkling)

How to make:

1. Cook the standard banana setup (boil water, sugar, and banana).
2. Once cooked, pour into a serving bowl.
3. Sprinkle with grated cheese while hot so that it melts a little.

FAQ Regarding Banana Setup

1. What type of banana is best for making setups?

Kepok bananas are the best choice because their texture remains firm and does not fall apart easily when boiled. However, plantains or horn bananas can also be used.

2. How long can banana setup be stored in the refrigerator?

The banana setup usually lasts 2-3 days in a closed container in the refrigerator. Make sure it is cold before putting it in the refrigerator.

3. Can Javanese sugar be completely replaced with granulated sugar?

That’s fine, but the aroma of the spices and the color of the sauce will not be as intense as if you used palm sugar or brown sugar.

4. How do you make sure the bananas are not ripe when making the setup?

Make sure to use bananas that are really ripe. If using half-ripe bananas, boil them a little longer to reduce the astringency.

5. Is banana stew safe for stomach acid sufferers?

Because it does not contain high-fat coconut milk, banana preparations are generally safer for the stomach. However, reduce the portion of ginger if your stomach is sensitive.

(brl/tin)