Use it Up! Fun Ways to Use Your Produce Box

Written By WardellCORE

Authors : Chiara Bertasso and Jessica Lantzke - Nutrition and Dietetic students University Centre for Rural Health

3 Ingredient Banana Pancakes

Not sure what to make with what you’ve got? If you’re staring at a fridge full of the usual veggie box staples and feeling uninspired, you’re in the right place. These recipes are built around commonly received fruit & vegetables, with easy but creative ideas to turn them into filling meals, snacks, and extras you can use throughout the week.

These easy banana pancakes are a great way to use up ripe bananas and make a quick, nourishing breakfast or snack. With just three ingredients, they come together fast and require minimal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 small ripe banana

  • 1 medium egg

  • 2 tablespoons wholemeal self-raising flour

  • Oil spray, for cooking

Method

  1. Place the banana in a medium bowl and mash until smooth. Add the egg and whisk until well combined, then stir through the flour until a smooth batter forms. Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes.

  2. Lightly spray a non-stick frying pan with oil and heat over medium heat.

  3. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of batter into the pan for each pancake, gently spreading to about 1 cm thick. Repeat to make 2–3 pancakes.

  4. Cook for 1–2 minutes, or until the underside is golden. Flip and cook for a further 1–2 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden.

  5. Remove from the pan and serve warm.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with fruit, yoghurt, or nut butter

  • Enjoy on their own as a quick snack

Tips

  • Use a well-ripened banana for natural sweetness and better texture.

  • Keep the heat moderate to avoid burning before the pancakes are cooked through.


Credit: Taste.com

WardellCORE
Next

Use it Up! Fun Ways to Use Your Produce Box