Bangladesh
Dishes
Kola Bhaja (Fried Green Banana)
Outside is crunchy, inside is crunchy. Deep-fried Spicy Blue Banana
Description
A simple, savory side dish of unripe green bananas sliced diagonally, coated in turmeric and salt, and shallow-fried until crispy outside and fluffy inside.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Green banana(Unripe)
- Turmeric
- Salt
- Vegetable oil(or Mustard oil)
Instructions
- Peel green bananas, slice diagonally.
- Rub with turmeric and salt.
- Shallow-fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Sweet potato, Potato
Pairing
Khichuri / Dal
Trivia
'Green bananas' are a perfect potato substitute on BD tables. The slight astringency turns into nuttiness when fried.
Eating tips & etiquette
Texture like fluffy french fries. Eaten as a comforting side to Dal and rice, serving as a palate cleanser.
Allergen
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