Vazhapindi Thoran Easy
The everyday side dish that Kerala never tires of. Banana is shredded fine, tossed with coconut and spices, and cooked just enough to soften without losing its bite.
Ingredientsfor 4 servings
- 1 Center Banana tree stem Vazhapindi
- 1/4 Of Grated cocunut
- 6 nos Garlic pods
- 1/4 tsp Chilly powder
- 1 Stem Curry leaves
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp Coconut oil
Preparation
Step 1
Peel off the outer layer of fiber from the banana-tree-stem and chop it into fine pieces.
Step 2
Wash and set aside.
Step 3
Pour oil into a kadai and heat it or a pan.
Step 4
Add mustard seeds and when they start to allow to crackle, add curry leaves and stir.
Step 5
Add the chopped stem pieces, turmeric, salt and chilly powder.
Step 6
Cover it with a lid and allow it to cook.
Step 7
Grind together the grated coconut and garlic in a chopper or mixie (dry without water).
Step 8
When the stem pieces are almost cooked, add the coconut-garlic mixture to it and cook again with lid closed, till completely cooked.
Step 9
When done, put off the flame and sprinkle coconut oil over the dish and mix.
Step 10
Set aside for a while with lid closed, before serving.
Tip
This same method works for almost any vegetable: beans, beetroot, carrot, raw banana — swap the main vegetable and keep everything else the same.
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