Mochar Ghanto
appetizers, indian, side dish, vegetables
1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon 5-spice
1 tablespoon peeled fresh ginger, grated
1 or made into a paste
1 teaspoon seeded and chopped fresh
1 green chili
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
10 oz banana blossoms, finely
1 chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoon water
2 tablespoon coconut*
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
* dried flaked or shredded sweetened coconut, ground in a blender to a coarse powder, or freshly grated or shredded coconut mixed with 1/2 tsp sugar
Mochas, banana blossoms, are a challenge to the uninitiated. Keep your palms oiled for easy handling; take the leaves off, chop them one at a time, and soak them in water.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Fry 5-spice for a few seconds until it starts to pop. Add ginger, green chili, and turmeric and stir several times. Add banana blossoms, salt, andwater. Bring to a boil, then lower heat slightly and simmer, covered, 12 to 15 minutes. Stir in coconut. Remove from heat. Blend in garam masala. Let stand covered for 15 minutes to help develop the flavors. Serve piping hot.
4 servings.
from The Healthy Cuisine of India by Bharti Kirchner From: Amanda@gate.net (Amanda)
Yield: 1 servings