Raw or Green banana contains Resistant Starch which does not breakdown like regular starch, so it passes through the intestines like insoluble fiber. Resistant starch and high fiber increases satiety and thus low consumption. Increases the rate of fat burning.Good for dieters and diabetics. Resistant starch is food for the good probiotic bacteria in the intestine. So bananas can prevent diarrhea and reduce the risk of colon cancer. It helps in the absorption of nutrients, especially calcium. Raw and ripe bananas contain Vitamins B6 ,C and potassium.
Preparation :
- Wash the banana/Plantain, Peel it lightly. Do not remove all the skin. Set aside.
- Take the besan/Chickpea flour in a small bowl. Add salt to taste, then add the chilly powder, cumin seeds, asafeotida and baking soda. Add water little by little and make a very thick batter. Keep aside for 5 minutes.
- Cut the banana into 3 or 4 equal parts. Then slice each piece into 3 or 4 pieces.
- Heat oil in a pan. Dip each piece in the batter and deep fry.
- Spread out on absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney or tomato sauce.
Ingredients:
Raw Plantain - 1
Besan / Chickpea Flour - 1/2 cup
Salt to taste
Red chilly powder - 1/2 Teaspoon
Cumin seeds - 1/4 teaspoon
Asafeotida -a pinch
Baking soda - 2 pinches
Water
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