Raw Banana Stir Fry

I would consider this a portable,guilt free and high energy snack which I absolutely adore.This is a stir fry prepared with raw bananas and a very popular dish in South India. Pairs well with almost any Indian meal combos and any type of rice from steamed rice to flavoured rice. A simple ,hassle free,comforting and one of the quickest side dishes that could be made in no amount of time. All you've gotta have is a few spices in store and you are all set to go..

Ingredients:

• 2 Raw Banana
• 11/2 tsp Chilli Powder(can be substituted with paprika)
• 1 tbsp Plain Yoghurt
• 1 Tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
• 1 tsp Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tbsp Rice flour
• 1/2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1/2 tsp Pepper 
• 3 tbsp Oil
• A pinch of Asafoetida

Method:

Mix all the dry ingredients along with Yoghurt and Lemon Juice to a fine paste and set aside.

Peel the bananas and chop them in to medium thick slices.Now marinate the banana in the above mentioned spice mix and allow it to marinate for about an hour .

Heat oil in a wok add the marinated banana and fry them on medium flame until crispy golden brown.

Serve hot. 

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Dried Prawns with Coconut

Finally I think my Mom would approve me of this recipe or at least my hacked version of this insanely delicious "Side Dish" from my Mother. I just adore dried prawns,though they are a messy affair when cooked to perfection brings out the taste which is something heavenly.The addition of coconut and the subtle flavor it releases when combined with the prawns and the other spices - is to die for.If you are a coconut and a spices fanatic,you will enjoy the authenticity of this dish. Though adjust the amount of chillies according to your tolerance for heat.Do try it. Trust me its addictive.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Dried Prawns
• 3/4 to1 Cup of freshly Grated Coconut
• 2 Green Chillies
• 2 to 3 Cloves of Garlic
• 1/2 inch Ginger
• 6 Nos Shallots
• 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
• A few curry leaves
• 1 tsp Cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
• Marble sized tamarind, soaked in about 4 tbsp of water
• Salt to taste

Method:

Wash the dried prawns/shrimps in running water and soak it in water for about 30 minutes. Marinade with a pinch of salt, keep aside. 

Coarsely grind the coconut ,chilies,garlic,ginger,turmeric powder,cumin powder and keep them aside.

In a large wok add 2 to 3  tbsp of coconut oil. Once the oil is hot enough  add the mustard seds and let it splutter. Then add the curry leaves . Add the dried shrimp and let it cook with the lid closed. Do not add any water. 

Now add the coconut mixture ,tamarind water and salt to taste.Mix well until combined. Now add about 1/4 cup of water and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes or until it is almost dry.

Serve hot with Rice . 

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