Raw Banana Peel/Ethakka Tholi Thoran stir fry Recipe

This preparation is best out of waste. The peel of Raw Banana which is high in nutrients is finely chopped and seasoned. Seasoning depends on one’s choice, but the authentic one calls for use of onions. It tastes good without them too, and goes well with Rice or Roti.

Ingredients :

• Peel of three Raw Bananas
• 2 onions
• 2 tbsps grated coconut
• A pinch of Haldi/Turmeric
• 3 green chillies
• 1/4 tsp Jeera/Cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1/2 tsp Mustard
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• Salt

Method :

Wash and chop the Raw Banana Peel thinly. Slice the onions. Heat oil in a pan. Add the mustard and after it splutters add the curry leaves and sliced onions. Add salt and roast till translucent. Add the chopped peel and stir fry on a gentle flame. Grind the coconut, green chillies and Cumin seeds to a coarse paste. Tip it along with Turmeric into the onion and peel mixture. Cook till done. Serve hot.