Banana Stem Stew

Name: Banana Stem Stew
Ingredients: 2 cups diced banana stem; 1 cup grated coconut (Frozen or fresh); 2 tablespoons cumin; 2-4 dried arbol chile; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 sprig curry leaves torn; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon split urad dal; 1 pinch asafetida; 2-3 cups water; Salt to taste

12 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 cups diced banana stem
1 cup grated coconut (Frozen or fresh)
2 tablespoons cumin
2-4 dried arbol chile
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons oil
1 sprig curry leaves torn
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon split urad dal
1 pinch asafetida
2-3 cups water
Salt to taste

Directions

1

Combine the drained and diced banana stems with 2 cups of water , torn curry leaves, salt and turmeric and bring to a boil. Reduce and simmer until the stem loses its raw vegetal aroma
2

blend the coconut, cumin and 2 arbol red chillies into a smooth paste adding enough water.
3

Add the coconut mix to the cooked banana stem and allow to combine and simmer. Taste and adjust for seasonings.
4

Heat the oil in a small skillet and add the mustard, Urad dal and one whole arbol chile. once the mustard pops and the dal turn a golden brown, pour this mix over the stew.
5

Serve hot with plain rice.