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Indian Mochar Ghonto (Banana Blossom Curry) Recipe

A traditional Bengali dish made with banana blossoms, spices, and coconut. Perfect for a vegetarian meal.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 large Banana Blossom cleaned and chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Mustard Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 cup Grated Coconut
  • 2 pcs Green Chilies slit
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat mustard oil in a large pot.
  2. 2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3. Add chopped banana blossom and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. 5. Add grated coconut and green chilies. Cook for another 10 minutes.
  6. 6. Add sugar and mix well. Cook until the banana blossom is tender.
  7. 7. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Banana Blossom, Bengali, Vegetarian
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