Banana Flower vs Hearts of Palm

A side-by-side guide to substituting Hearts of Palm for Banana Flower (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.75 cup of Hearts of Palm for every 1 cup of Banana Flower.

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Banana Flower

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Hearts of Palm

Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup)

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Notes: Use three-quarters the volume as palm is less fibrous. Tender and neutral; best in salads and light soups.

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When to use Hearts of Palm instead of Banana Flower

Use three-quarters the volume as palm is less fibrous. Tender and neutral; best in salads and light soups. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup).

Common questions

Can I substitute Hearts of Palm for Banana Flower?

Yes — Use three-quarters the volume as palm is less fibrous. Tender and neutral; best in salads and light soups. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup).

What's the conversion ratio for Banana Flower to Hearts of Palm?

Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Banana Flower and Hearts of Palm interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Use three-quarters the volume as palm is less fibrous..

Is Hearts of Palm a better substitute than other options for Banana Flower?

Hearts of Palm is one of the options SubSwap lists for Banana Flower. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Banana Flower substitutes.

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