Banana stem,has a host of health benefits. It is rich in fibre content and helpful for bowel movement. It is a good source of Potassium and Vitamin B6 and a quick home remedy, for acidity and digestive problems.As a natural coolant,it keeps you body cool. Hence during summer,this fibrous stem can be used in varied dishes.There are many amazing dishes,using banana stem :dindina majigae bajji or banana stem yogurt based curry,raita,kosambari and stir fry. I tweaked my mom's stir fry recipe, by incorporating roasted groundnuts.
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| Coarsely pound groundnuts & coconut , red chilli mixture |
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| Chopped banana stem soaked in buttermilk |
INGREDIENTS
BANANA STEM- 1 NO
ONION- 2 NOS
MOONG DAL/ SPLIT YELLOW LENTIL- 1 1/2 TBSP
COARSELY POWDERED GROUNDNUT- 1 TBSP
OIL- 1 TBSP
MUSTARD- 1TSP
CUMIN SEEDS- 1 TSP
CURRY LEAVES- 1 SPRIC
ASAFOETIDA- 3/4 TSP
TURMERIC POWDER- 1/4 TSP
SALT TO TASTE
INGREDIENTS TO GRIND
COCONUT GRATINGS- 1 1/2 TBSP
RED CHILLIES- 4 NOS
PROCEDURE
Wash and chop the outer layers of the banana stem. Then take out the centre portion and chop it to roundels. While chopping, take out the fibre and chop it to pieces.
In a vessel add water and a tablespoon of curd or buttermilk . Now transfer the chopped pieces and set it aside. This prevents,discoloration.
Now heat oil in a pan. Add mustard. When it pops,add cumin seeds,asafoetida,chopped onions ,salt and fry till the onions turn translucent.
Drain the water and take out the chopped pieces and rinse thoroughly.After rinsing,add it over the sauteed onion .Add moong dal too.
Add water,turmeric powder and close the lid. When the veggie gets cooked,add in the coconut ,red chilli mixture and simmer in mild heat for a minute and switch off.
At last add the coarsely powdered ground nut powder and mix well.
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