The simplest and most effective way to open a banana peel is to use a comfortable "handle" at the end of the banana. However, the conventional method can destroy the tip of the banana. You may want to find another way because it can hurt your wrists, or because you're just tired of the old fashioned way. Follow some of the traditional methods below so you don't get tired of eating bananas anymore. In addition, you can also amaze your friends. Now, let's get started!
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Method 1 of 8: Monkey Magic or Reverse Position
Step 1. Hold the banana with the bunch pointing downwards
This method is known as the reverse method or the monkey way. And if this method works well for monkeys, then it must be the same for you.
Step 2. Pinch or press the tip of the banana to open the skin
Make sure you do it carefully. If that doesn't work, you can use your nails. Remember, the reason you're doing this is so that the bananas don't crumble, which usually happens when you open them the traditional way. To avoid crushing the other end of the banana, you must open it carefully.
Step 3. Open the banana peel downwards or toward the banana bunch
Hold the banana in the usual way. But the difference is now you have to open the banana from the top to the bottom. Now you can enjoy the bananas. And now you have a handle on enjoying your favorite fruit.
Method 2 of 8: Peeling the Banana Peel by Sticking It
Step 1. Choose bananas that are not too ripe
If it's overripe, the bananas that mash up like pulp will be a "disaster" for you when you try to stick them.
Step 2. Hold both sides of the banana and place it in a smiling position
Make sure the banana is in a smiling or U-shaped position, not the other way around, which makes it look wrinkled. If it's facing the wrong direction, the banana will be difficult to stick. If the banana looks like it's frowning, you're probably going to have a frown on your face when you can't get the peel off.
Step 3. Split it in half towards the bottom
Use your hands to split the banana into two halves, as you would a Kit-Kat. You should apply a little pressure, but not too much. Remember, if the bananas are overripe, the skin will feel softer, and will definitely be more difficult to split.
Step 4. Open both halves of the banana peel and enjoy
Now you just have to open the two parts of the banana peel and enjoy it. Do it as you would a traditional banana: peel off the skin from top to bottom. The skin may still be connected quite difficult to split it completely so opening the two halves requires a certain skill. Separate the skin that connects first then open one part of the banana. Eat that part, then repeat on the other part.
Method 3 of 8: Four Pieces
Step 1. Find a sharp knife
The sharper the knife, the easier it will be to cut the banana peel. You should also provide a cutting board so that the bananas are cut on a thick, secure surface.
Step 2. Cut the banana from the top end towards the handle
Place the bananas on a cutting board and cut from the very end. If the bunches are firm enough, you can use your hands to trim them at the end.
Step 3. Cut the two halves of the banana in the middle horizontally
Now, place both halves of the banana on a cutting board and cut horizontally to form four equal parts.
Step 4. Open the four parts of the banana peel
Now you just need to open the banana peel. This is an ideal way to serve bananas to a friend or if you want to enjoy them longer. Besides that, this way of opening bananas looks cool!
Method 4 of 8: Throwing Bananas
Step 1. Hold the banana bunch until it curves towards you
Hold the banana bunch with your dominant hand. Make sure the banana curves towards you, not the other way around. Stand near a cutting table, a regular table, or anything else that can keep the bananas from being thrown far away.
Step 2. Pinch the banana forward as if you were whipping a whip
Hold the bunch, push your hand, and the banana will come out on its own. Squeeze your wrists with a little pressure to let the bananas pop as well. If done correctly, all that's left on your hands should be the bunch and the peel.
Step 3. Peel off the remaining banana peel in the normal way
Now that you have partially peeled the banana peel off, proceed with the rest the traditional way. This method is sure to make you look creative.
Method 5 of 8: Tucking Thumb Nails
Step 1. Make a small scratch on the top surface of the banana bunch
Stroke the inside of the arch (inside the U shape). This is the best way to open a half-ripe banana so it doesn't break. And the sharper your nails, the better.
Step 2. Pull the bunch in the opposite direction of the stroke, then peel the skin down
If you do this correctly, the bananas will not crumble. After you make the scratch, peel off the skin completely. This is a fun variation of the usual way of opening bananas!
Method 6 of 8: Twist the Banana Peel
Step 1. Hold the banana with both your hands
Leave about 5-7.5 cm between your hands so you have a little room to twist the banana.
Step 2. Twist the bananas carefully without squeezing them
Hold a quarter of the banana so that it can be twisted or so that the skin is exposed.
Step 3. Open the banana peel
Now that you've "broken" the banana open, you can open the other side of the skin. Finally, you can enjoy the banana.
Method 7 of 8: Cut and Peel
Step 1. Hold the banana horizontally with one hand
When you've got it right, place it on a cutting board.
Step 2. Cut off each end of the banana
Remove each end of the banana in one slice.
Step 3. Cut two banana peels lengthwise and then peel off
Be careful when doing this. Slice gently, lest the knife penetrate the banana or injure your hand. If it is split, peel off the skin.
Step 4. Enjoy the bananas
This is a great way if you're planning to cut up a banana to go with a salad, or if you like the way you eat bananas without the skin.
Method 8 of 8: Traditional Open Way
Step 1. Hold the banana in your hands, the bunch pointing upwards
Bananas will be easier to open in a position like this.
Step 2. Open the bunch of bananas and peel the skin down
After that you can continue peeling it downwards. This is the most common way to open the skin and you must be familiar with it.
Step 3. Enjoy the bananas
Now all you have to do is eat your delicious bananas. Bite and then peel off the skin. Repeat until the bananas are eaten.
Tips
- Not sure how to eat a freshly peeled banana? Just look up How to eat bananas for lots of fun ideas.
- Don't throw away the banana peel! Use it to make fertilizer. Check How to Make Fertilizer from Banana Peels (How to make fertilizer from banana peels) for more details.
- Use a knife to make a slit under the banana bunch, then open it the traditional way. This is done to prevent the banana from crushing.
- Use a knife and cut in a circular (but not broken) way around the top of the banana bunch. Don't cut it off or you'll ruin everything. Do this for all the bananas. When you want to eat the banana, twist the bottom of the banana and the top will open easily, with almost no problem.
