Making traditional banana leaf cups II Rice brew II Tuluni Festival II Naga Kitchen

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is high in protein and fiber.

tamarind

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with additional health benefits.

coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Flakes add texture without extra calories.

Cut banana leaves into squares and lightly wilt them over heat to make them pliable.

Mix gram flour with spices, tamarind, jaggery, coconut, green chilies, ginger, and salt in a bowl.

Add water gradually to the mixture until a smooth batter forms.

Spread the batter evenly on the banana leaves, leaving space around the edges.

Roll the banana leaves tightly to form cups, securing the ends with toothpicks or twine.

Arrange the cups in a steamer basket, ensuring they do not touch each other.

Steam the cups over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes until set.

Remove the cups from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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