Banana Flower Thoran

Introduction

A dry stir-fry made with chopped banana flowers, this thoran-style dish is nutritious, fibrous, and commonly made by the Nicobarese community.

1. Preparing the Thoran
   Ingredients:

• 1 banana flower (cleaned and chopped)
• ¼ cup grated coconut
• 2 dry red chilies
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp urad dal
• Curry leaves
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

• Heat oil, crackle mustard seeds and urad dal.
• Add chilies and curry leaves.
• Add banana flower, salt, and coconut.
• Stir-fry until soft and well blended.

2. Pro Tips

• Soak banana flower in turmeric water to remove bitterness.
• Coconut oil adds a distinct flavor.

3. Serving Suggestions
   Served as a side with rice and dal or fish curry.
4. Fun Fact
   Banana trees grow abundantly in the islands and every part is used in cooking—this dish is a fine example of zero waste tribal food culture.

🔗 Source: https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/vazhaipoo-thoran-banana-flower-stir-fry/

Here are 5 traditional and lesser-known recipes from Lakshadweep, rooted in the region’s coastal and Islamic cultural heritage. Each recipe includes ingredients, instructions, pro tips, serving suggestions, fun facts, and source links for authenticity and reference.