Aratikaya Vepudu

Ingredients

* 2 raw green plantains, peel, slice each plantain lengthwise and slice (place in water)

* 1 large onion, finely chopped

* 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

* big pinch turmeric powder

* 1 tsp chilli powder

* 1/2 tsp coriander powder

* 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder

* pinch of methi powder (dry roast and make a fine pwd)

* pinch of cinnamon powder

* 2 tbsps fresh grated coconut

* 1 1/2 tbsps oil

* salt to taste

* fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Preparation

* Mix chili powder, methi powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, salt, ginger garlic paste and grated coconut to the sliced raw plantain. Sprinkle 4-5 tbsps of water and keep aside for 10 mts.

* Meanwhile, heat oil in a cooking vessel, add the cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add curry leaves and green chilies and toss for about 5-6 seconds.

* Add the chopped onions and saute for 4-5 mts till they turn pink. Add the sliced plantain pieces and stir fry for 4-5 mts without lid on medium high. Constantly stir fry to ensure they don't burn or stick to the pan.

* Cook with lid on low to medium flame for 18-20 mts or till the plantains are well roasted and turn soft. Remove lid and cook on medium high, tossing constantly, for 2-3 mts. Add cinnamon powder and mix. Turn off heat and remove onto a serving bowl.

* Serve with hot rice and sambar.