🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Firewood Plantain Raita

Name: Firewood Plantain Raita
Prep time: 13 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 250 g, chopped Plantain

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kanchipuram cooking — Firewood Plantain Raita brings a firewood touch with a classic raita finish. About 38 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 13 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Plantain250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Curry Leaves1 sprig
Lemon1/2

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

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