Elaichi bananas taste nothing like cardamom; instead they are named so because of their miniature side. They are sweeter than normal bananas and softer. They are commonly found in Mumbai and Bengaluru. These sweet small bananas when ripe are used in preparing desserts and the raw ones are used to cook savoury dishes.
Elaichi bananas are rich in potassium which helps in proper balance of water in the body. Fibre in it is well-known to regulate a regular heartbeat. Calcium and potassium are two important minerals for strong bones and teeth, and the Elaichi banana provides both. It's also a high-energy fruit that's high in starch and dietary fibre.