Do You Know About Blue Java Bananas?
Blue Java bananas are a type of banana with a taste and texture that is reminiscent of vanilla ice cream. In addition to their interesting flavor, they stand out for the bright blue hue of their peel and their creamy white flesh.
The Blue Java banana originated from South East Asia and spread through continents such as Northern Australia, Hawaii, Central America, and Fiji. It is also known as the ice cream banana, Cenizo, and Hawaiian banana.
These bananas are grown primarily in South Asia and can survive some of the most extreme environments. They can even grow at temperatures below freezing point, but usually, require a minimum of 40°F (4.4°C) for optimum growth.
Why do they taste like ice cream?
Thanks to natural compounds in their flesh, blue Java bananas have an interesting flavor that is often compared to that of ice cream or vanilla custard.
