Cari Banane | Banana Curry | Mauritian Recipe

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can provide a similar creaminess.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric and cumin

Homemade blends can be fresher and more flavorful.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while jalapeños are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop, about 1 minute.

Stir in chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add curry powder and turmeric; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes until softened.

Pour in coconut milk and water; bring to a gentle simmer.

Add peeled and sliced bananas, green chilies, and bay leaves; cook for 10-15 minutes until bananas are tender.

Season with salt and lime juice; stir well to combine.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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