Vazhakkai Poriyal Recipe - Raw banana Roast With Pepper

Step 1: We begin making the Vazhakkai Poriyal Recipe, cut the raw banana into half along with the skin and 1/2 cup of water and pressure cook for 4 to 5 whistles

Step 2: Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally

Step 3: Once the pressure releases, peel the skin off the slice/ dice the cooked raw banana into small pieces

Step 4: Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan over medium heat; add the mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves and allow them to crackle and the dal to turn golden and crisp

Step 5: Add the asafoetida, cooked raw banana, turmeric powder, black pepper powder and salt to taste

Step 6: Roast the Vazhakkai Poriyal until it gets well combined and has a light crispy texture

Step 7: Once done, turn off the heat, check the salt and spices and adjust accordingly

Step 8: Transfer the Vazhakkai Poriyal / Raw Banana Roast into a serving bowl

Step 9: Serve the Vazhakkai Poriyal Recipe - Raw banana Roast as side dish along with Steamed Rice and Sambar for a delicious weekend lunch