Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Raw Banana

par boiled and grated thick

1 tsp

Mustard Seeds

0.5 tsp

White Urad Dal (Split)

1 sprig

Curry leaves

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

1 unit

Green Chilli

finely chopped

1 tsp

Ginger

grated

0.5 cup

Fresh coconut

grated

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~3 min

Pressure cook the plantains along with the skin with 1/2 cup water using a pressure cooker for 2 whistles.

Step 2
~3 min

Once the plantains are cooked, peel its skin, grate is and keep aside.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan on medium flame.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the mustard seeds, urad dal and let it crackle.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the curry leaves and let it splutter.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the onions, green chillies and ginger and saute until the onions turns translucent.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the grated plantains, season with salt and saute over medium heat for 5 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Once its done, add the grated coconut, give it a good stir and switch off the flame.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve hot with rice and sambar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure plantains are not overcooked during pressure cooking.

Adjust the amount of green chillies based on your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.

Serve as a part of a South Indian thali.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sambar
Rasam
Kootu

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in Tamil Nadu cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

60/100

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