Korean Banana Milk Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas
• 2 c milk
• 1 ripe banana
• 1/4 c water
• 1/3 c sugar
• ice
• espresso (optional)
• matcha (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   --- Banana milk ---

2. 2

   Peel the 2 ripe bananas and cut them into 2-inch pieces.

3. 3

   Transfer the banana pieces into a large container. Add the 2 c milk and cover with a lid.

4. 4

   Keep the banana milk in the fridge overnight (or up to 36 hours).

5. 5

   Strain the banana pieces from the milk. Discard or eat it later, but we won't use this banana for this recipe any longer.

6. 6

   --- Banana syrup ---

7. 7

   In a sauté pan over medium-high heat, add 1 ripe banana (cut into 1" pieces), ¼ c water, and ⅓ c sugar. Stir until the sugar melts.

8. 8

   After about 2 minutes, mash the bananas with a masher or a spatula.

9. 9

   Continue to cook for another 6-8 minutes or until the syrup is dark brown and as thick as honey. Here's a photo showing the final texture and color.

10. 10

    Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to a food container or serving.

11. 11

    --- Assembly ---

12. 12

    In a cup, combine the banana milk and banana syrup. Taste and adjust to your liking.

13. 13

    Optionally, add espresso or matcha to the drink and add ice.