Sugar-Free Raw Banana Curry

Elevate your plant-based dining experience with this Sugar-Free Raw Banana Curry, a wholesome and flavorful dish that's both hearty and refreshingly light. Crafted with tender raw bananas and spiced to perfection with turmeric, cumin, and red chili powder, this curry is simmered in a coconut oil base for a naturally rich and aromatic flavor. Free from added sugars and customizable with optional grated coconut for extra creaminess, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a healthy, no-sugar meal option. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple one-pan cooking method, it's a time-saving delight for busy days. Garnished with fresh coriander, this curry pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roti, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying vegan or vegetarian meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Raw bananas
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 10 pieces Curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Grated coconut (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Peel the raw bananas and cut them into small cubes.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add mustard seeds to the hot oil, and let them splutter.

Step 4

Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the cubed raw bananas to the pan and stir well to coat them in the spices.

Step 6

Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt over the bananas. Mix well.

Step 7

Add water to the pan and bring it to a boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the curry simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the bananas are tender and cooked through.

Step 9

Check occasionally and stir to ensure the bananas do not stick to the bottom of the pan.

Step 10

Once the bananas are cooked and the curry has a thick consistency, remove the lid.

Step 11

Optional: Stir in grated coconut to enhance the flavor.

Step 12

Garnish the curry with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	725.7

Total Fat 41.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2395.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 44.8g
Protein 7.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 149.6mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1604.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 48.1%