Aratikaya Kura

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Ingredients

2 medium	raw bananas (plantains)
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 pinch	asafoetida
2 tablespoons	chana dal
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 tablespoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	cumin powder
1 teaspoon	salt
2 tablespoons	freshly grated coconut
1 sprig	curry leaves
2 tablespoons	chopped coriander leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Peel the raw bananas and cut them into small cubes.
2. 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and chana dal. Sauté until the dal turns golden brown.
5. 5 Add the banana cubes and stir well.
6. 6 Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt over the bananas.
7. 7 Mix everything well to coat the banana pieces with the spices.
8. 8 Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. 9 Once the bananas are cooked and tender, add freshly grated coconut and curry leaves.
10. 10 Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
11. 11 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.