BANANA FLOWER RECIPES || Cooking Banana Flower Thokku & Vadai || The Traditional Life

banana flower

🥗Healthier: artichoke hearts

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Artichoke hearts provide a similar texture and flavor.

coconut

🥗Healthier: cashew cream

💰Cheaper: almond flour

Cashew cream offers creaminess with fewer calories.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin seeds add a warm flavor while being more affordable.

urad dal

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: split peas

Chickpea flour is a protein-rich alternative.

Clean and chop the banana flower into small pieces, discarding any tough parts.

Soak the chopped banana flower in water with a little lemon juice to prevent browning.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.

Stir in urad dal and sauté until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, and garlic; sauté until onions are translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Mix in the chopped banana flower and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and asafoetida; stir well to combine.

Add grated coconut and salt; cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and mix well before serving.

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