Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/15 checked
4
servings
0.5 cup

raw banana

chopped

0.5 cup

suran

chopped

0.5 cup

black gram

0.5 tsp

turmeric powder

0.5 tsp

red chili powder

1 tsp

salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

cumin seeds

1 cup

coconut

grated

0.25 tsp

black pepper

whole

3 clove

garlic

1 unit

green chili

1 tsp

oil

0.5 tsp

mustard seeds

1 unit

dry red chili

1 unit

curry leaves

Step 1
~43 min

Peel and chop raw banana and yam into small pieces.

Step 2
~43 min

In a saucepan, cook the banana and yam with turmeric powder, salt, and water until soft. Set aside.

Step 3
~43 min

Cook black gram in a cooker with water for 30 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally.

Step 4
~43 min

Grind coconut, cumin, green chili, black pepper, and a little water in a mixer grinder to make a paste. Set aside.

Step 5
~43 min

In a pan, combine cooked yam and banana, coconut paste, salt, and a little water. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6
~43 min

In a separate pan, cook grated coconut until brown. Set aside.

Step 7
~43 min

Heat oil in a tempering pan. Add mustard seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Cook until mustard seeds crackle.

Key Technique: Tempering
Step 8
~43 min

Add the tempering and browned coconut to the curry and mix well.

Key Technique: Tempering
Step 9
~43 min

Turn off the heat and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak the black gram overnight for faster cooking.

Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Kerala parotta or rice.

Accompany with beetroot pachadi.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kerala Parotta
Beetroot Pachadi

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

Traditional dish often prepared during festivals and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Onam
Vishu

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Festival

Popularity Score

65/100

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