Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
3 cloves

garlic

minced

1 tbsp

oil

2 cups

water

8 unit

curry leaves

fresh

0.5 cup

coconut

grated

4 unit

green chillies

chopped

2 unit

dry red chillies

1 pinch

salt

to taste

4 unit

onion

small, chopped

0.25 tsp

mustard seeds

0.25 tsp

turmeric powder

2 unit

raw banana peel

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

cumin

Step 1
~4 min

Peel raw bananas and finely chop the peel.

Step 2
~4 min

Boil the chopped banana peel with turmeric powder and water until soft.

Step 3
~4 min

Grind garlic, green chillies, coconut, cumin, and onion into a coarse paste.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 5
~4 min

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 6
~4 min

Add curry leaves and dry red chillies, sauté for a few seconds.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the ground spice paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the boiled banana peel and mix well.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve hot with rice and sambar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chillies to your spice preference.

Do not overcook the banana peel, or it will become mushy.

Use fresh coconut for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with rice and sambar

Serve as a side dish with any South Indian meal

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kirai Sambar
Rice
Rasam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional Kerala dish made from commonly available ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

60/100

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