6 Must-Try Indian Delicacies Using Raw Bananas

Oct 23, 2024, 10:02 IST

Riya Teotia

Kacche Kele ke Kofte (Raw Banana Kofta)

This dish involves making koftas (dumplings) from boiled and mashed raw bananas mixed with spices and gram flour, then deep-fried and served in a rich tomato-based gravy.

Vazhakkai Poriyal (South Indian Raw Banana Stir-fry)

A simple, flavourful South Indian stir-fry made with diced raw bananas, tempered with mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves. It’s spiced with turmeric, red chilli powder, and a hint of coconut.

Raw Banana Chips

Thinly sliced raw bananas are fried until crispy and sprinkled with salt or black pepper. This is a classic South Indian snack, often enjoyed with tea or as a side with meals.

Kele ki Sabzi (Raw Banana Dry Curry)

A dry curry made with boiled and diced raw bananas, sautéed with cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and spices like turmeric, chilli powder, and coriander powder. It’s a quick and easy dish to prepare.

Vazhakkai Podimas (Mashed Raw Banana)

This is a traditional Tamil Nadu dish where raw bananas are boiled, mashed, and stir-fried with a tempering of mustard seeds, green chillies, ginger, and curry leaves, along with grated coconut.

Vazhakkai Bajji (Raw Banana Fritters)

Slices of raw banana are dipped in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until golden. This popular South Indian snack is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

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