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Is Banana Blossom vegetarian?

Banana Blossom

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The large, edible flower bud of the banana plant, used in Southeast Asian cuisine as a vegetable, and increasingly as a base for vegan fish or seafood substitutes due to its flaky texture.

Also known as Banana Flower
Last reviewed 26 July 2026

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