Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Vazhakkai fry | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry | Plantain fry



Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry recipe with detailed stepwise photos, Calorie chart, health benefits of raw banana.

Raw banana fry is a typical South Indian stir-fry recipe. A spicy side dish made from raw green plantain, spices, and oil. I have chosen a pan-fried method which is quite healthy compared to the deep-fried version.

Raw banana Tawa fry is also a no onion no garlic recipe. It is quite simple to prepare yet tasty, and it can be made easily within 20 mins.


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Vazhakkai fry pairs well with sambar, rasam, curd rice, and tastes especially great with South Indian variety rice like lemon rice, tamarind rice, coconut rice, etc. So, we make this raw banana fry regularly for our lunch and dinner.

Moreover, the vazhakkai varuval comes under the category of dry curry recipe, hence it is an ideal side dish to pack for lunch boxes, road trips, and parties. I like to eat them as a snack.


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In South Indian cuisine, raw bananas are used in many different ways. Some of the popular recipes are Vazhakkai varuval, Vazhakkai poriyal, Vazhakkai chips, Vazhakkai podimas, Vazhakkai bajji, and so on.

Raw banana is also known as green plantains in English, Vazhakkai in Tamil, Balekai in Kannada, Aratikaya in Telugu, vazhakka in Malayalam. Varuval means roast in Tamil. So, let's get started!


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Recipe: Vazhakkai varuval | Vazhakkai fry | Raw banana fry | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry | Plantain fry


Serves - 4
Cuisine - South Indian
Region - Tamil Nadu
Course - Side dish
Diet - Vegetarian | Vegan | No onion no garlic
Prep time - 5 min | Cook time - 15 min | Total time - 20 min
Author - Pavithra

Raw banana fry Ingredients:


1. Raw banana - 2 medium
2. Coconut oil - 1 to 2 tbsp
3. Red chili powder - 2 tsp
4. Coriander powder - 2 tsp
5. Turmeric powder - Half tsp
6. Salt - 1 tsp / As per taste

Notes:

1. This raw banana fry is made from an Indian raw banana variety (Vazhakkai).

2. Raw banana can be chopped as per your choice. I prefer a thin circular shape.

3. I have mentioned coconut oil. You can use any variety like sesame oil, peanut oil, canola oil, etc. You may use more oil if you desire.

4. Adjust spice powder as per your preference.

How to make raw banana fry:


1. Wash and clean raw banana/ green plantain with water. Trim the edges and peel the skin using a peeler.

2. Chop the raw banana into thin circular shapes and immerse it in water so that it doesn't turn black.

3. Take a large non-stick pan or iron Kadai and pour one to two tbsp of coconut oil. Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and required salt. (Note: Do not heat a pan at this stage).

4. Mix it well using a spatula.

5. Add the sliced vazhakkai/raw banana pieces and gently coat them in the masala oil.

6. Now turn on the flame and let it cook on a medium flame. (Note: Do not roast the raw banana on the high flame as it will not cook and stick to the pan).

7. Saute and flip the raw banana pieces in between and roast them on all sides.

8. Switch off the flame once the raw banana turns dark brown. (Note: The entire cooking process took 15 mins over a low medium flame, you may keep it for a longer time for a crispy banana fry).

9. Serve the hot raw banana fry or vazhakkai fry with sambar rice, rasam rice, and curd rice, etc.

How to prepare raw banana Tawa fry recipe with stepwise images:


1. Wash and clean raw banana/ green plantain with water. Trim the edges and peel the skin using a peeler.


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


2. Chop the raw banana into thin circular shapes and immerse it in water so that it doesn't turn black.


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


3. Take a large non-stick pan or iron Kadai and pour one to two tbsp of oil. Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and required salt. (Note: Do not heat a pan at this stage).


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


4. Mix it well using a spatula. Spice powders can be adjusted as per flavoring.


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


5. Add the sliced vazhakkai/raw banana pieces and gently coat them in the masala oil.


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


6. Now turn on the flame and let it cook on a medium flame. (Note: Do not roast the raw banana on the high flame as it will not cook and stick to the pan).


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


7. Saute and flip the raw banana pieces in between and roast them on all sides.


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


8. Switch off the flame once the raw banana turns dark brown. (Note: The entire cooking process took 15 mins over a low medium flame, you may keep it for a longer time for a crispy banana fry).


Raw banana fry recipe | Vazhakkai fry recipe | Vazhakkai varuval recipe | Balekai fry | Aratikaya fry


9. Serve the hot raw banana fry or vazhakkai fry with sambar rice, rasam rice, and curd rice, etc.


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Raw banana benefits:


1. Raw bananas are rich in potassium and vitamins.
2. Raw bananas help in cleaning the digestive tract.
3. It helps to relieve stomach cramps and diarrhea.
4. Low in sugar, sodium, and fat.
5. It promotes healthy digestion, kidney health, and intestinal health.
6. Raw bananas boost body metabolism.
7. It increases insulin sensitivity, nutrient absorption, and fat burning.
8. Raw banana helps to control blood sugar levels.
9. It promotes the development of probiotic bacteria.
10. Green Bananas are filled with resistant starch which provides a feeling of satiety and fullness which will help to reduce weight naturally.

*(Health benefits are taken from Google and Wikipedia).


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Vazhakkai fry calories:




(*Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate).


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