Woolworths’ banana guide sparks a heated debate among users and leaves shoppers extremely puzzled – “Wait, what?”


If you’ve been on the internet long enough, then you’re probably accustomed to the weird food combinations that pop up every now and then.

Previously, even Larry Edmur shared his own debatable take on hot cross buns but this new one that we stumbled on may just win the most controversial food award of the year – and it all started with a seemingly innocent sign in a Woolworths store.


The sign, which is a guide on how to prepare bananas according to their ripeness, suggested that customers should cook browning bananas on a BBQ, sending hundreds into a heated debate (and leaving the rest completely baffled).

Woolies said that yellow bananas are great to eat or add to smoothies, while brown ones are ideal for baking or making banana bread. But it was the supermarket’s advice for browning bananas – ‘perfect to cook on the BBQ’ that left many scratching their heads.

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Bananas on the BBQ?! Image Credit: news.com.au, Simply Delicious

“Wait, what?” asked the shopper who took the photo and posted it on Reddit.

Several users found this bewildering and weren’t shy about expressing their disapproval in the comments section.

“Warm bananas?! YUCK!” wrote one person.

“Could this be the new vegan sausage sizzle?” another teased.


“This was my exact reaction when I saw this sign – has to be a war crime. Not against cooking bananas but I don’t know... on the barbie just sounds weird to me,” said a third.

And a fourth furiously exclaimed: “I will absolutely (throw) any banana flopped onto my BBQ over the back fence and into the scrub! You can go fight the bush turkey for it.”

But the hundreds of users leapt to Woolworth’s defence, backing up the supermarket giant’s claims and sharing how delicious bananas cooked on the grill truly are.


Post Credit: @deepestdescent (Reddit)


“My missus puts some batter on them (or something) and makes banana fritters. They're sooooo good!” a user shared.

Another recommended: “Grilled bananas with cinnamon, honey, and vanilla ice cream. Give it a go. With or without crepes, too.”

“Cut a slit down the skin, shove some mini marshmallows in one side and the other a couple of choccy chips. Wrap securely in tinfoil. Can either be cooked on a BBQ or even in fire coals. Seriously tasty.” suggested a third.


“You’re all making me hungry. I’m sorry for doubting you Woolies. I’m going to give some of these recipes a try.” added one more.

Have you ever cooked bananas on a BBQ or does the idea sound repulsive? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Want to give this cooking tip a shot but unsure where to start? Watch the video below:


Video Credit: Foodtempel
 
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Woolworths’ banana guide sparks a heated debate among users and leaves shoppers extremely puzzled – “Wait, what?”

If you’ve been on the internet long enough, then you’re probably accustomed to the weird food combinations that pop up every now and then.

Previously, even Larry Edmur shared his own debatable take on hot cross buns but this new one that we stumbled on may just win the most controversial food award of the year – and it all started with a seemingly innocent sign in a Woolworths store.



The sign, which is a guide on how to prepare bananas according to their ripeness, suggested that customers should cook browning bananas on a BBQ, sending hundreds into a heated debate (and leaving the rest completely baffled).

Woolies said that yellow bananas are great to eat or add to smoothies, while brown ones are ideal for baking or making banana bread. But it was the supermarket’s advice for browning bananas – ‘perfect to cook on the BBQ’ that left many scratching their heads.


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Bananas on the BBQ?! Image Credit: news.com.au, Simply Delicious

“Wait, what?” asked the shopper who took the photo and posted it on Reddit.

Several users found this bewildering and weren’t shy about expressing their disapproval in the comments section.

“Warm bananas?! YUCK!” wrote one person.

“Could this be the new vegan sausage sizzle?” another teased.



“This was my exact reaction when I saw this sign – has to be a war crime. Not against cooking bananas but I don’t know... on the barbie just sounds weird to me,” said a third.

And a fourth furiously exclaimed: “I will absolutely (throw) any banana flopped onto my BBQ over the back fence and into the scrub! You can go fight the bush turkey for it.”

But the hundreds of users leapt to Woolworth’s defence, backing up the supermarket giant’s claims and sharing how delicious bananas cooked on the grill truly are.



Post Credit: @deepestdescent (Reddit)


“My missus puts some batter on them (or something) and makes banana fritters. They're sooooo good!” a user shared.

Another recommended: “Grilled bananas with cinnamon, honey, and vanilla ice cream. Give it a go. With or without crepes, too.”

“Cut a slit down the skin, shove some mini marshmallows in one side and the other a couple of choccy chips. Wrap securely in tinfoil. Can either be cooked on a BBQ or even in fire coals. Seriously tasty.” suggested a third.



“You’re all making me hungry. I’m sorry for doubting you Woolies. I’m going to give some of these recipes a try.” added one more.

Have you ever cooked bananas on a BBQ or does the idea sound repulsive? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Want to give this cooking tip a shot but unsure where to start? Watch the video below:



Video Credit: Foodtempel

I’ve cooked bananas that weren’t quite ripe on the barb y and they were beautiful. It ripened them. Left them in their skin and turned them a couple of times. Didn’t take long. Yummo
 
Grilled banana on bbq goes GREAT with steak!! YEP...... sounds weird I now but try it before you poo poo it!! little bit of grilled nana on fork with mouthful of steak. GNOM GNOM! But then again I also like bacon and banana toasted sangas, chicken and banana toasties........... bring on the banana!!!
 
Banana wrapped in bacon and cooked on the barbecue. Been doing that for many years. Don't criticize it if you haven't tried it.
 
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Woolworths’ banana guide sparks a heated debate among users and leaves shoppers extremely puzzled – “Wait, what?”

If you’ve been on the internet long enough, then you’re probably accustomed to the weird food combinations that pop up every now and then.

Previously, even Larry Edmur shared his own debatable take on hot cross buns but this new one that we stumbled on may just win the most controversial food award of the year – and it all started with a seemingly innocent sign in a Woolworths store.



The sign, which is a guide on how to prepare bananas according to their ripeness, suggested that customers should cook browning bananas on a BBQ, sending hundreds into a heated debate (and leaving the rest completely baffled).

Woolies said that yellow bananas are great to eat or add to smoothies, while brown ones are ideal for baking or making banana bread. But it was the supermarket’s advice for browning bananas – ‘perfect to cook on the BBQ’ that left many scratching their heads.


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Bananas on the BBQ?! Image Credit: news.com.au, Simply Delicious

“Wait, what?” asked the shopper who took the photo and posted it on Reddit.

Several users found this bewildering and weren’t shy about expressing their disapproval in the comments section.

“Warm bananas?! YUCK!” wrote one person.

“Could this be the new vegan sausage sizzle?” another teased.



“This was my exact reaction when I saw this sign – has to be a war crime. Not against cooking bananas but I don’t know... on the barbie just sounds weird to me,” said a third.

And a fourth furiously exclaimed: “I will absolutely (throw) any banana flopped onto my BBQ over the back fence and into the scrub! You can go fight the bush turkey for it.”

But the hundreds of users leapt to Woolworth’s defence, backing up the supermarket giant’s claims and sharing how delicious bananas cooked on the grill truly are.



Post Credit: @deepestdescent (Reddit)


“My missus puts some batter on them (or something) and makes banana fritters. They're sooooo good!” a user shared.

Another recommended: “Grilled bananas with cinnamon, honey, and vanilla ice cream. Give it a go. With or without crepes, too.”

“Cut a slit down the skin, shove some mini marshmallows in one side and the other a couple of choccy chips. Wrap securely in tinfoil. Can either be cooked on a BBQ or even in fire coals. Seriously tasty.” suggested a third.



“You’re all making me hungry. I’m sorry for doubting you Woolies. I’m going to give some of these recipes a try.” added one more.

Have you ever cooked bananas on a BBQ or does the idea sound repulsive? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Want to give this cooking tip a shot but unsure where to start? Watch the video below:



Video Credit: Foodtempel
 
Woolworths’ banana guide sparks a heated debate among users and leaves shoppers extremely puzzled – “Wait, what?”

If you’ve been on the internet long enough, then you’re probably accustomed to the weird food combinations that pop up every now and then.

Previously, even Larry Edmur shared his own debatable take on hot cross buns but this new one that we stumbled on may just win the most controversial food award of the year – and it all started with a seemingly innocent sign in a Woolworths store.



The sign, which is a guide on how to prepare bananas according to their ripeness, suggested that customers should cook browning bananas on a BBQ, sending hundreds into a heated debate (and leaving the rest completely baffled).

Woolies said that yellow bananas are great to eat or add to smoothies, while brown ones are ideal for baking or making banana bread. But it was the supermarket’s advice for browning bananas – ‘perfect to cook on the BBQ’ that left many scratching their heads.


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Bananas on the BBQ?! Image Credit: news.com.au, Simply Delicious

“Wait, what?” asked the shopper who took the photo and posted it on Reddit.

Several users found this bewildering and weren’t shy about expressing their disapproval in the comments section.

“Warm bananas?! YUCK!” wrote one person.

“Could this be the new vegan sausage sizzle?” another teased.



“This was my exact reaction when I saw this sign – has to be a war crime. Not against cooking bananas but I don’t know... on the barbie just sounds weird to me,” said a third.

And a fourth furiously exclaimed: “I will absolutely (throw) any banana flopped onto my BBQ over the back fence and into the scrub! You can go fight the bush turkey for it.”

But the hundreds of users leapt to Woolworth’s defence, backing up the supermarket giant’s claims and sharing how delicious bananas cooked on the grill truly are.



Post Credit: @deepestdescent (Reddit)


“My missus puts some batter on them (or something) and makes banana fritters. They're sooooo good!” a user shared.

Another recommended: “Grilled bananas with cinnamon, honey, and vanilla ice cream. Give it a go. With or without crepes, too.”

“Cut a slit down the skin, shove some mini marshmallows in one side and the other a couple of choccy chips. Wrap securely in tinfoil. Can either be cooked on a BBQ or even in fire coals. Seriously tasty.” suggested a third.



“You’re all making me hungry. I’m sorry for doubting you Woolies. I’m going to give some of these recipes a try.” added one more.

Have you ever cooked bananas on a BBQ or does the idea sound repulsive? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Want to give this cooking tip a shot but unsure where to start? Watch the video below:



Video Credit: Foodtempel
 
I have a friend who loves toasted banana sandwiches. I thought okay I will give it a go,it went in the bin. I just love my bananas straight out of the skin or fresh fruit salad. Each to their own.
 
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Woolworths’ banana guide sparks a heated debate among users and leaves shoppers extremely puzzled – “Wait, what?”

If you’ve been on the internet long enough, then you’re probably accustomed to the weird food combinations that pop up every now and then.

Previously, even Larry Edmur shared his own debatable take on hot cross buns but this new one that we stumbled on may just win the most controversial food award of the year – and it all started with a seemingly innocent sign in a Woolworths store.



The sign, which is a guide on how to prepare bananas according to their ripeness, suggested that customers should cook browning bananas on a BBQ, sending hundreds into a heated debate (and leaving the rest completely baffled).

Woolies said that yellow bananas are great to eat or add to smoothies, while brown ones are ideal for baking or making banana bread. But it was the supermarket’s advice for browning bananas – ‘perfect to cook on the BBQ’ that left many scratching their heads.


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Bananas on the BBQ?! Image Credit: news.com.au, Simply Delicious

“Wait, what?” asked the shopper who took the photo and posted it on Reddit.

Several users found this bewildering and weren’t shy about expressing their disapproval in the comments section.

“Warm bananas?! YUCK!” wrote one person.

“Could this be the new vegan sausage sizzle?” another teased.



“This was my exact reaction when I saw this sign – has to be a war crime. Not against cooking bananas but I don’t know... on the barbie just sounds weird to me,” said a third.

And a fourth furiously exclaimed: “I will absolutely (throw) any banana flopped onto my BBQ over the back fence and into the scrub! You can go fight the bush turkey for it.”

But the hundreds of users leapt to Woolworth’s defence, backing up the supermarket giant’s claims and sharing how delicious bananas cooked on the grill truly are.



Post Credit: @deepestdescent (Reddit)


“My missus puts some batter on them (or something) and makes banana fritters. They're sooooo good!” a user shared.

Another recommended: “Grilled bananas with cinnamon, honey, and vanilla ice cream. Give it a go. With or without crepes, too.”

“Cut a slit down the skin, shove some mini marshmallows in one side and the other a couple of choccy chips. Wrap securely in tinfoil. Can either be cooked on a BBQ or even in fire coals. Seriously tasty.” suggested a third.



“You’re all making me hungry. I’m sorry for doubting you Woolies. I’m going to give some of these recipes a try.” added one more.

Have you ever cooked bananas on a BBQ or does the idea sound repulsive? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!

Want to give this cooking tip a shot but unsure where to start? Watch the video below:



Video Credit: Foodtempel

I like the sound of bbq bananas and any one who doesn’t like the idea have my permission not to try one!!
 
Grilled bananas in rum and add ice cream and it makes a delicious dessert 🍨, go to the Caribbean and they have many ways of eating 🍌 don't turn your nose up until you try it......
 
Weird! So exactly how many people have never had banana fritters (cooked bananas!) Even fast food joint Red Rooster sells them regularly!
I've been eating bananas both raw & cooked for more than 60 years 🙃 and even one of my cats loves bananas muffins ...... but a family favourite is to throw a few peeled bananas into a casserole dish, top with a handful each of chopped dates and walnuts, drizzle with honey, maple syrup or golden syrup..... cover & cook for about half an hour (depending on quantity). Serve with cream/icecream or alone. I've had men who "never eat dessert" drool over it & come back for seconds 😁😁
 
I wonder how they would go in my “new toy“ the air fryer still learning how to use it
 
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