BANANAS IN COCONUT MILK

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Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups thick, unsweetened coconut milk, preferably homemade (page 584)
2 tablespoons sugar, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
7 or 8 finger bananas or 3 regular bananas

Steps:

Put the coconut milk, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt are dissolved, just a few minutes. Meanwhile, peel the bananas and cut into 1-inch chunks. Add the bananas to the saucepan and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Do not let the bananas get mushy.
Spoon into individual bowls and serve warm.
Bananas in Tapioca Coconut Milk
Bring 2 cups water to a boil over high heat in a medium saucepan. Add 1/4 cup tapioca pearls and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 15 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Add the bananas and proceed as directed.