VAZHAIKAI PODIMAS

INGREDIENTS:

Raw Banana (Vazhaikai) - 2
Turmeric Powder            - 1/4 Tsp
Red Chillies                     - 2
Asafoetida                       - 1/4 Tsp
Mustard seeds                 - 1/4 Tsp
Urad Dhal                       - 1/4 Tsp
Curry leaves                    - 4 to 5
Salt                                 - 1 Tsp (As needed)
Oil                                  - 1 Tsp

HOW TO MAKE:

* Chop the top and bottom of raw banana and pressure cooker it with skin for one whistle.

* Allow it to cool and it will get firm in 10 minutes.  Peel the banana skin and keep aside.

* Peel the banana skin and grate the banana with carrot grater and keep aside.

* Heat a oil in a pan and and splutter mustard and urad dhal. Add curry leaves, asafoetida, red chilli and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.

* Add the grated banana and add salt and turmeric powder and bring the flame in low mode.  Cook for 5 to 6 minutes.

* Serve with rice.  It is best combination for Rasam Sadham.

TIPS:

* Use steamer in microwave for 5 mins to cook the raw banana.  (Cooking in pressure cooker too long will make them mash sometimes)

* Use chilli powder instead of red chillies.

* Use grated coconut for garnishing.