Mochar chop (banana blossoms chop) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Prepare the banana blossoms by removing the outer layers and extracting the tender inner florets.
• STEP 2.Soak the florets in water with a little salt and turmeric to remove any bitterness.
• STEP 3.Drain the water and squeeze out any excess moisture from the florets.
• STEP 4.In a mixing bowl, combine the florets with spices like turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, prepare the batter by mixing chickpea flour, rice flour, salt, turmeric, and water. The batter should have a thick consistency.
• STEP 6.Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai for frying.
• STEP 7.Take each marinated floret, dip it into the batter, and coat it well.
• STEP 8.Gently drop the coated florets into the hot oil and fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 9.Remove the fried mochar chops from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
• STEP 10.Serve hot with tamarind chutney or any dipping sauce of your choice.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to remove the tough outer layers of the banana blossoms to get to the tender florets.
• Soaking the florets in water with salt and turmeric helps to remove any bitterness.
• Squeezing out excess moisture from the florets ensures a crispy texture when frying.
• Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
• To make the mochar chops healthier, you can also shallow fry them instead of deep-frying.

Storage and Serving

• Mochar chops are best served hot and crispy.
• You can store any leftover mochar chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
• Reheat them in an oven or air fryer to regain their crispiness before serving.