Vazhapindi Thoran
Ingredients
- 2 cup chopped Banana Stem
- 1 1/2 cup Grated Coconut
- 1/2 cup Toor Dal / Green Gram
- 1 teaspoon Chilly Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Urad Dal
- 1 spring Curry leaves
- 2 Dry Red chillies
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Oil
Instructions
- 1 Vazhapindi Thoran / Vazhaithandu Poriyal / Banana Stem Stir-fry is an easy and healthy side dish for lunch.
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First, we need to prepare the banana stem. Cut it into discs about half a centimetre thick. While slicing, you can remove the fibres from the stem using your fingers.- 3
Then chop the discs as finely as possible. Wash them well—some people add a little salt to the water while soaking.- 4
Squeeze out the excess water from the chopped stem and keep it aside.- 5
Next, cook Toor dal or green gram (mung beans) with enough water until soft, and set it aside.- 6
Now heat a teaspoon of oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds. When they begin to splutter, add urad dal. When the dal turns reddish, add curry leaves and dry red chillies. Sauté for a few seconds.- 7
Add the chopped banana stem and cook it covered for about 10 minutes.- 8
Meanwhile, combine grated coconut with turmeric powder, chilli powder, and the cooked dal.- 9
Add this coconut mixture to the banana stem, add salt, and mix everything well.- 10
Cover and cook for another 10 minutes.- 11
Your Banana Stem Stir-fry / Vazhapindi Thoran is ready! - 2
