Vazhaithandu pachadi / how to make banana stem raita / வாழைத்தண்டு பச்சடி

Ingredients

• 1 cup Banana Stem , cut into small dices (with outer thick skin removed)
• 1 cup Curd
• 1 carrot (grated)
• 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
• 1 tomato (chopped)
• 2 Green Chillies
• 2 sprig Curry leaves , finely chopped
• Coriander leaves finely chopped
• Salt , to taste

For seasoning
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp chana dal
• 1 tsp urad dal
• 1 red chili
• 2 spring curry leaves

Method

1. In mixing bowl add diced banana stem.

2. Add curd, carrot, green chilies, ginger, tomato, curry leaves, coriander leaves and required salt, mix everything well.

3. Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan add in the mustard seeds and split white add cumin seeds, chana dal and urad dal. Allow the seeds to crackle and saute till the dal turns brown. Once done add in the red chili and curry leaves and stir for a few seconds

4. Add the seasoning into the Vazhaithandu Yogurt mixture and give it a good stir. Check for salt levels and adjust to suit your taste.

5. The Vazhaithandu Pachadi is now ready to be served.

6. Serve the Vazhaithandu Pachadi along with Steamed Rice , Idli and Dosa.