Vazhaikai Varuval (Raw Banana Fry) – quick & easy version
Raw banana or plantain is widely used in South Indian cuisine. While there are elaborate recipes for a spicy Vazhaikai Varuval, I sometimes end up making this very simple version to go along with sambar, rasam, dal, yogurt or variety rice.
Banana contains good amount of dietary fiber that helps with regular bowel movement and essential minerals like potassium which helps to regulate blood pressure. It also helps with weight loss, improve vision, strengthen bones and also treat anemia.
Raw Banana Fry (Quick & easy version)
Quick and easy spicy raw banana (plantain) fry made with sambar and turmeric powder.
Ingredients
- 2 Raw banana or Plantain
- 1 tbsp Sambar powder
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp Oil
Sambar powder substitute
- 1/2 tbsp Chili powder
- 1/2 tbsp Coriander powder
Optional ingredients
- 1 tbsp Fennel powder
- 1 tbsp Black pepper powder
Instructions
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Peel the skin from the bananas (only peel and remove thin portion of the skin), cut them into thin slices.
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Mix the sliced banana with sambar powder, turmeric powder and salt and toss well.
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wide non-stick pan and spread the banana pieces, sprinkle some water, cover and cook in medium heat for 4 mins. Open lid and gently mix contents.
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Continue roasting the banana slices uncovered for another 3 mins. Now add 1 tbsp oil and mix contents well.
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Continue frying the banana slices for an additional 5 mins or so until desired roasting consistency is achieved.
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Enjoy with rice and sambar, dal, rasam, yogurt or variety rice.
Recipe Notes
- You can use sambar powder substitute or optional ingredients to achieve variations in taste.
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