Banana Flower Thoran

Method

1. 1

   Clean banana flower: Remove outer dark petals of one banana flower. For each inner pale floret, remove the thin sheath and tiny stamen. Finely chop. Soak in buttermilk immediately.

2. 2

   Cook banana flower: Drain soaked banana flower. Pressure cook with turmeric and salt for 2 whistles. Drain well.

3. 3

   Make coconut mixture: Mix half cup freshly grated coconut with half tsp turmeric, 1 tsp cumin, 2 green chillies and 3 shallots sliced.

4. 4

   Heat coconut oil: Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a wide pan.

5. 5

   Splutter mustard seeds: Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and cover until all pop.

6. 6

   Add aromatics: Add 2 dried red chillies and 2 sprigs curry leaves. Fry 20 seconds.

7. 7

   Add cooked banana flower: Add to the pan. Season with salt.

8. 8

   Add coconut mixture: Add coconut mixture. Toss well.

9. 9

   Cook: Toss on medium heat 3-4 minutes until well combined and dry.

10. 10

    Serve: Banana flower thoran is highly nutritious. Serve with steamed rice.