Is Banana Corm Jelly Edible?
                                
                                
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                                In Southeast Asia, a surprising traditional practice involves processing the banana corm—the thick underground base of the plant—into an edible, jelly-like substance. While most people associate bananas only with the fruit, many parts of the plant, including the corm, are safe to eat when properly prepared.