Ingredients
Raw Banana Prep
4 small raw banana
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
For the Varuval / Stir-Fry
3 tablespoon groundnut oil
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 sprigs curry leaves, chopped
2 dried red chillies, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
3/4 teaspoon red chilli powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
2 tablespoon besan flour
2 sprigs coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
Peel the bananas. Just peel a thin layer. After peeling the bananas, dice them into small pieces. Add the pieces to water to avoid discoloration / oxidization.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add in the salt and turmeric powder. Add in the diced bananas and boil for 3-4 minutes. When its soft and tender, strain them and set aside.
Heat oil in a pan, preferably non stick. Add in the mustard seeds, curry leaves and red chillies. Let the mustard seeds crackle. Add in the boiled bananas. Add in the salt and the spices. Add in the besan. Keep the flame on low and roast for 10-15 minutes until the Vazhakkai has nicely crisped up.
Finally finish it with a generous sprinkle of coriander leaves.
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 20m