Banana Sambhariyu, Gujarati Dry Banana Subzi

by Tarla Dalal

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Banana Sambhariyu is a typical Gujarati preparation of bananas cooked with a special freshly-made masala that combines coconut with green chillies, ginger and spice powders.

It has a fresh aroma that is sure to kindle your appetite, and once you taste the food, the special sweet and spicy flavour of this dish is sure to make you lick your fingers contentedly.

To get the authentic taste of this dish you need bananas that are neither raw nor too ripe – it should be just right. Looking for more recipes with bananas?

Try the Banana Milkshake or Banana Paratha .

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Preparation Time: 10 mins Cooking Time: 4 mins Total Time: 14 mins 3Makes 3 servings
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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups bananas slices
5 tbsp grated coconut
1/2 cup finely chopped coriander (dhania)
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1 tbsp coriander (dhania) powder
1/2 tsp ginger (adrak) paste
1/2 tsp green chilli paste
1 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)
1/2 tbsp sugar
salt to taste
1 1/2 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)

Method

Combine the coconut, coriander, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, ginger paste, green chilli paste, besan, sugar and salt in a deep bowl and mix very well with your hands.
Add the banana slices and toss gently. Keep aside.
Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds and asafoetida.
When the seeds crackle, add the prepared banana-masala mixture, mix gently and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes ,while stirring occasionally.
Serve hot.