Koombu thoran is a dish that is made of Banana blossom. Thoran is mainly a Kerala cuisine. Thoran's can be made of Spinach, bitter gourd, Jackfruit etc. Lets check out the recipe.
Ingredients:
1. Banana blossom - 1
2. Grated coconut
3. Shallots - 3 or 4
4. Turmeric powder - 1/2 tbsp
5. Chili powder or dry red chili - 1tbsp
6. Curry leaves
7. Garlic
8. Mustard
9. Oil
10. Salt to taste
Procedure:
Take the Banana blossom, and peel off the first two layer, then wash the Banana blossom. Next start chopping it into thin shreds. Shred the Banana blossom into water with turmeric and salt in it. This avoids the darkening of the vegetable. Once the chopping is over drain off all the water properly.
Crush the garlic and dry red chili. Chop the shallots into small pieces. Take a skillet and add oil. Splutter the mustard and add the curry leaves. Next add the garlic, dry red chili and the shallots. Slightly saute it. Now add the Banana blossoms, a pinch of turmeric powder, chili powder if required, salt and the grated coconut. Add little water also. Close the lid of the skillet and cook on medium flame. Give stirs in between till the dish is cooked. Banana blossom doesn't take too long to get cooked. Hope everyone likes the recipe.
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