Mochar Ghonto

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Ingredients

1 large	banana blossom (mocha)
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	panch phoron
1 medium	potato, diced
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	cumin powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 tablespoon	ginger paste
2 tablespoons	grated coconut
1 teaspoon	sugar
to taste	salt
1 cup	water
2 tablespoons	ghee
2 pieces	bay leaves
1	dried red chili

Instructions

1. 1 Clean the banana blossom by removing the outer layers and collecting the florets. Chop them finely and soak in water with a pinch of turmeric and salt for 15 minutes.
2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan and add panch phoron, bay leaves, and dried red chili. Let them splutter.
3. 3 Add diced potatoes and sauté until they start to turn golden.
4. 4 Add the chopped banana blossom and stir well.
5. 5 Mix in turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and ginger paste. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
6. 6 Add salt, sugar, and water. Cover and cook on low heat until the banana blossom and potatoes are tender.
7. 7 Once the water is absorbed and the vegetables are cooked, add grated coconut and ghee. Mix well.
8. 8 Cook for another 2-3 minutes and then remove from heat. Serve hot.