Cuisine: Karnataka state of Bharat
Ingredients:
Banana stem – 1 feet piece
Shredded coconut – ½ cup
Salt – as required
Turmeric powder – a pinch
Seasoning:
Oil – 2 tablespoon
Chana dal (split Bengal gram) – 1 teaspoon
Urad dal (split black gram) – 1 teaspoon
Mustard seeds – ¼ teaspoon
Cumin seeds – ½ teaspoon
Dry red chillies – 6
Curry leaves – 1 sprig
Method:
Firstly, remove the outer layer of the banana stem using a knife. Then cut into thin circular discs. Remove any fiber that comes in between each disc using your fingers. Stack up a few discs and cut them into small pieces. Heat oil in a kadai / pan. Add chana dal and urad dal. Once they turn slightly golden brown, add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add cumin seeds and dry red chilies. Once the dry red chilies turn slightly brown, add curry leaves. Then add the chopped banana stem pieces. Occasionally keep sautéing and cook until the pieces become soft. In the end, add salt, turmeric powder, and shredded coconut. Serve along with rice or as a side dish.
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