Mochar Ghanta Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Prepare the banana blossoms by removing the outer layers and chopping them into small pieces.
• STEP 2.Soak the chopped banana blossoms in water with a little bit of salt and turmeric to remove any bitterness.
• STEP 3.In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, bay leaves, and dry red chilies. Fry until fragrant.
• STEP 4.Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
• STEP 5.Add ginger-garlic paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Mix well.
• STEP 6.Add the soaked banana blossoms and potatoes. Cook for a few minutes.
• STEP 7.Add salt, sugar, and garam masala. Mix well and cook until the vegetables are tender.
• STEP 8.In a separate pan, heat ghee and fry the coconut slices until golden brown. Add it to the cooked vegetables.
• STEP 9.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to remove the tough outer layers of the banana blossoms before chopping them.
• Soaking the banana blossoms in water with salt and turmeric helps to remove any bitterness.
• You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference by adding more or less red chili powder.
• Frying the coconut slices in ghee adds a delicious nutty flavor to the dish.

Storage and Serving

• Mochar Ghanta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the dish in a pan or microwave before serving.
• Serve Mochar Ghanta hot with steamed rice or Indian bread like roti or paratha.