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Vietnam Ingredient

Hoa Chuoi (Banana Blossom)

シャキシャキで少し渋い。麺料理やサラダの極上アクセント

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Description

The large, purplish-red blossom of a banana tree. The tender inner layers are finely shredded and eaten raw in salads or as a noodle soup garnish.

Classification: Vegetable

Shops selling Hoa Chuoi (Banana Blossom)

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How to use

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Peel tough outer red layers.
  2. Julienne the white core extremely thin.
  3. Soak immediately in lemon water to remove strong astringency.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips

Key spices

None

Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets

Myoga + Shredded cabbage (aroma/texture)

Pairing

Bun Bo Hue / Goi Ga (Chicken salad)

Trivia

Oxidizes black instantly when cut due to strong sap, requiring quick prep. The subtle astringency refreshes fatty meats.

Eating tips & etiquette

Submerge raw into hot noodle soups to soften slightly, then eat crunchily with the noodles.

Allergen

None

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