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Thanjavur Green Banana Kurma
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Thanjavur Green Banana Kurma

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thanjavur cooking — Thanjavur Green Banana Kurma brings a methi touch with a classic kurma finish. About 45 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Kasuri Methi2 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Green Banana250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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