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Thai Culinary Banana Blossom Kebabs with Ginger-Garlic Marinade

Name: Thai Culinary Banana Blossom Kebabs with Ginger-Garlic Marinade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Banana Blossoms, 2 large, cleaned and sectioned; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Ginger, 1-inch piece, grated; Soy Sauce, 1/4 cup; Lime Juice, 2 tablespoons; Brown Sugar, 1 tablespoon; Sesame Oil, 1 tablespoon; Chili Flakes, 1 teaspoon; Salt, To taste; Red Bell Pepper, 1, cut into chunks; Yellow Bell Pepper, 1, cut into chunks; Onion, 1, cut into wedges; Cherry Tomatoes, 8; Wooden Skewers, 8, soaked in water; Coconut Milk, 1/4 cup; Peanut Butter, 1 tablespoon; Soy Sauce, 1 teaspoon; Lime Juice, Juice of half a lime; Fresh Cilantro, 2 tablespoons, chopped; Toasted Sesame Seeds, 1 teaspoon

These banana blossom kebabs offer a unique twist with tropical flair, perfect for a plant-based meal or appetizer.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 16, 2026

Thai Culinary Banana Blossom Kebabs with Ginger-Garlic Marinade — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Banana Blossom Marinade

For the Skewers

For the Dressing

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 161 kcal
Protein: 4.55 g
Carbs: 22.15 g
Fat: 8.95 g
Fiber: 4.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 645 kcal
Protein: 18.2 g
Carbs: 88.6 g
Fat: 35.8 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Banana Blossoms 2 large, cleaned and sectioned	44	3	9	0.5	4
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	0.6	3	0.05	0.2
Ginger 1-inch piece, grated	9	0.2	2	0.1	0.2
Soy Sauce 1/4 cup	34	4	4	0.2	0.5
Lime Juice 2 tablespoons	8	0.1	3	0.1	0.1
Brown Sugar 1 tablespoon	52	0	13	0	0
Sesame Oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	14	0
Chili Flakes 1 teaspoon	6	0.3	1	0.3	0.7
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Red Bell Pepper 1, cut into chunks	37	1	9	0.4	3
Yellow Bell Pepper 1, cut into chunks	37	1	9	0.4	3
Onion 1, cut into wedges	46	1.3	11	0.1	3
Cherry Tomatoes 8	24	1	5	0.3	1.5
Wooden Skewers 8, soaked in water	0	0	0	0	0
Coconut Milk 1/4 cup	100	0.9	3	10	0.5
Peanut Butter 1 tablespoon	95	4	3	8	1
Soy Sauce 1 teaspoon	3	0.2	0.4	0	0
Lime Juice Juice of half a lime	4	0.1	1.5	0.05	0.5
Fresh Cilantro 2 tablespoons, chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0.05	0.1
Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 teaspoon	16	0.6	0.7	1.4	0.4

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Banana Blossoms

1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a bowl, combine garlic, ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, sesame oil, chili flakes, and salt.
2
Coat the Blossoms
Add banana blossom sections and toss to coat thoroughly.
3
Chill
Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.

Preparing the Skewers

1
Thread Ingredients
Thread banana blossoms and vegetables alternately onto the soaked skewers.
Tip: Ensure all ingredients are uniformly cut for even cooking.
2
Make the Dressing
Mix coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, and lime juice for the dressing.
3
Preheat Grill
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

How to Make Thai Culinary Banana Blossom Kebabs with Ginger-Garlic Marinade

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Skewers
Grill skewers for about 8-10 minutes, rotating until evenly charred.
2
Dressing the Skewers
Brush lightly with dressing during the last minute of grilling.
3
Drizzling & Garnishing
Drizzle with coconut dressing upon serving and sprinkle with cilantro and sesame seeds.