Raw Banana Thoran

Method

1. 1

   Prepare raw banana: Peel 2 raw green plantains. Cut into thin rounds and soak immediately in water.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Parboil banana: Drain banana rounds. Parboil in salted water with a pinch of turmeric for 5 minutes until just tender. Drain.

4. 4

   Combine: Mix parboiled banana rounds with the coconut mixture.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Splutter mustard seeds and fry aromatics: Add 1 tsp mustard seeds. When they pop add 2 dried red chillies and curry leaves.

7. 7

   Add banana-coconut mixture: Add the combined mixture. Season with salt.

8. 8

   Cover and cook: Cover tightly and cook on low heat 6-8 minutes.

9. 9

   Toss: Open and toss on high heat 1-2 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve: Raw banana thoran has a pleasant starchy quality. Serve with rice and Kerala curry.