🍌 Raw Banana (Kacche Kele) Sabji Recipe 🌿

🍽️ A Simple Village-Style Delight
Rooted in traditional kitchens, this Raw Banana Sabji (Kacche Kele ki Sabji) brings comfort, nutrition, and earthy flavor to your plate. Cooked with mustard oil, humble spices, and love—it's a dish that feels like home.
🛒 Ingredients:
🍌 3–4 raw bananas (kacche kele)
🛢️ Mustard oil (as needed)
🌱 Cumin seeds (jeera), hing (asafoetida)
🌶️ Basic spices: turmeric, red chili, coriander powder
🧂 Salt to taste
💧 Water
🧅 Onion (optional)
🌿 Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)
👩🍳 Steps to Prepare:
Step 1: Prep the Bananas 🧼
Peel and wash the raw bananas. Cut into medium-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Masala 🥄
Use basic Indian spices. Add chopped onion if preferred—skip if not used.
Step 3: Heat the Kadhai 🔥
Use an iron kadhai if possible (a good source of iron), or any heavy-bottomed pan.
Step 4: Temper & Mix the Masala 🛢️
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Heat mustard oil well in the kadhai.
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Add cumin seeds and a pinch of hing.
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In a bowl, mix turmeric, red chili, and coriander powder with a little water.
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Pour the mixture into the hot oil and sauté until aromatic.
Step 5: Cook the Sabji 🍲
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Add banana pieces and salt to taste.
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Add just enough water to cook without turning mushy.
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Cover and simmer on low flame until the bananas are soft and flavorful.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve 🌿
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Turn off the heat.
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Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
✅ Tip
Serve hot with roti, paratha, or plain rice for a nourishing, wholesome village-style meal.
🫶 A Taste of Simplicity
This raw banana sabji is more than just a dish—it’s a memory of home, a symbol of tradition, and a celebration of simplicity. Perfect for everyday meals, it reminds us that the best flavors often come from the humblest ingredients.
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