Vazhaikkai Puttu / Podimas

This is different from the regular poriyal we make from raw bananas. It is easy to make and tastes different too.The crunchiness of onions and the softness of banana together is delicious. Its white colour makes it a favourite with the kids too. It is a good combo with rice and sambhar.

Vazhaikkai Puttu / Podimas

Ingredients:

1 big sized raw banana

1 medium sized onion chopped finely

1 green chilly chopped finely

1 tsp mustard

1 tsp urad dhal

2 tsp oil

salt to taste

2 tsp shredded coconut to garnish

Method:

1. Cut the raw banana two halves.
2. In a big pan add the raw bananas and add water till it immerses.
3. Allow it to cook for 5-7 minutes. Check with a knife whether its completely cooked.(Knife will pass through easily once cooked).
4. Now cool the raw banana. Peel it and grate in a big size grater.
5. Heat oil in a pan.
6. Add mustard and urad dhal and after it splutters add the green chilly and onion and saute.
7. Add the grated raw banana and required salt and mix well.
8. Garnish with shredded coconut and serve.