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Vazhakoombu Thoran/ Banana Flower sauted with Coconut

Vazhakoombu (Banana flower) is a rich source of fiber and is healthy for all age group.
Ingredients
  • Banana Flower - 1 no:
  • Grated Coconut - 1 cup
  • Garlic - 4-5 petals
  • Cumin - 1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Green Chilli - 2-3 nos:
  • Red Chilli - 2 nos:
  • Curry Leaves - as required
  • Salt - as required
  • Coconut Oil - 4-5 tbsp
  • Mustard Seed  -1/2 tsp
  • Urud Daal - 1 tsp
  • Green Moong - 1/2 cup cooked (optional)
Preparation Method
  1. Peal the 5-6 outer cover of the banana flower and finely chop. While chopping the flower remove the white thin stem in the middle of the banana flower.
  2. Sprinkle 1-2 tbsp of coconut oil on the chopped banana flower; mix well with hands and keep aside.
  3. In a mixer jar, crush together coconut, cumin, turmeric powder, garlic and green chilli and keep aside.
  4. In a wok bring oil to heat, splutter mustard seed, red chilli, curry leaves and urud daal.
  5. Add chopped banana flower, green moong (if using) and salt and mix well for 2-3 mins: in low flame.
  6. Add the coconut mix and mix well.
  7. Keep the lid close and cook in low flame for 8-10 mins:; gently mixing once or twice.
  8. The healthy Vazhakoombu Thoran/ Banana Flower sauted with Coconut is ready to serve as a side dish for rice.

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