Traditional Vazhaipoo Poriyal Recipe | Banana Flower Stir Fry Made Simple | A forgotten Village Recipe

Vazhaipoo Poriyal is a traditional South Indian stir-fry made with banana flower (vazhaipoo), coconut, and mild spices. Known for its earthy flavor and numerous health benefits, this dish is a staple in Tamil households. Cleaning and preparing the banana flower is a labor of love, but the result is a wholesome and nutritious side dish that pairs beautifully with rice and sambar or rasam.

Health Benefits of Vazhaipoo Poriyal

• Rich in fiber and aids in digestion
• Helps regulate blood sugar levels.
• Packed with Antioxidants and minerals.
• Traditionally believed to support Women's health

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Ingredients needed for preparing Vazhaipoo Poriyal

 Banana flower (vazhaipoo), cleaned and chopped

Onions - 2 nos.

Green chillies - 2 nos.

A sprig of Curry leaves

Grated coconut - 3 tbsp.

Mustard seeds - 1 tsp.

Urad dal - 1 tsp.

A pinch of turmeric powder

Salt as needed

Oil as needed     

         

Preparation Method for Vazhaipoo Poriyal

1.  Remove the outer petal of vazhaipoo. Separate the stamen and outer cover from the florets and chop the vazhaipoo into fine pieces and soak in water with a little butter milk or turmeric to prevent discoloration.

 

2. Heat oil in a kadai add the mustard seeds and allow it to splutter next add the urad dal and red chillies when the dal turns brown add the curry leaves.

3. Next add the finely chopped onions and green chillies and saute till they become transparent.

4. Drain the banana flower and add it to the pan and saute well. 

5. Add salt and turmeric powder mix well, sprinkle water if needed and close it with a lid and cook in a medium flame.

6. It will take just 3 to 5 minutes for it to be cooked. Avoid overcooking.

7. After it is cooked add grated coconut and stir well.

Serve hot with rice and sambar or rasam.