Banana Milk from Yemen
Experience a taste of Yemeni tradition with this creamy and refreshing Banana Milk, a simple yet delightful beverage that blends the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the smooth richness of cold milk. Ready in just 5 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick snack or a nourishing breakfast drink. Optional hints of ground cardamom add an aromatic touch that elevates this classic to a new level of flavor, while a handful of ice cubes ensures a cool and invigorating sip. Perfectly customizable with or without added sugar, this two-serving drink is the epitome of easy and wholesome indulgence. Whether you're cooling off on a warm day or seeking a nutritious treat, Yemeni-style Banana Milk delivers a burst of flavor and a creamy finish that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into smaller chunks for easy blending.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks and cold milk.
Add sugar if you prefer a sweeter drink, and optionally sprinkle in the ground cardamom for a fragrant twist.
Add the ice cubes to the blender to make the drink chilled and refreshing.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring no chunks remain.
Taste the banana milk and adjust sweetness or cardamom as needed.
Pour the finished banana milk into glasses and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 99 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 790 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
