Vazhakkai Chili
Vazhakkai Chili- Chettinad style stir fry with Raw Plantain
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 150 g Peeled and cubed Raw plantains
- 3/4 c Finely chopped onion
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Coriander seeds
- 5 cloves Garlic peeled
- 1 tsp Grated Ginger
- 7 Dry red chilies
- 1 Cardamom
- 1 Clove
- 1/4 inch Cinnamon stick
- 1/2 tsp Fennel seeds
- 3 tbsp Thick curd
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp Finely chopped Coriander leaves
Instructions
- Immerse the sliced plantains in 2.5 c water and cook till just tender. Takes about 8 mins.
- Drain completely.
- Heat a pan with oil.
- Crush the coriander seeds coarsely.
- Add fennel seeds, clove, cinnamon and cardamom to the heated oil.
- Now add dry red chilies and coriander seeds.
- Tip in the garlic and ginger.
- Saute till garlic is lightly browned
- Add onions and fry till transparent.
- Now, add turmeric powder and the cooked sliced plantains and mix gently.
- Add salt to taste.
- Whisk the curd well and add to the mixture.
- Cook till the mixture thickens. Takes 3 mins on medium flame.
- Once done, garnish with coriander leaves.
- Add lemon juice just before serving.
- Serve hot with tomato rasam and hot rice.
Notes
The number of chilies may seem a bit too much but it s perfect because of the addition of curd and lemon juice.
Add lemon juice only after taking off the flame.
You can try this recipe with mushrooms too. But you need not precook them like we do for plantains.
Add lemon juice only after taking off the flame.
You can try this recipe with mushrooms too. But you need not precook them like we do for plantains.
For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes
Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.
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