Hill bananas are a type of banana that are commonly grown in hilly regions of South and Southeast India. They have a slightly different taste and texture compared to other types of bananas, making them a popular ingredient in many dishes. Here are 10 recipes that use hill bananas:
Hill Banana Fritters: Mash the bananas, add gram flour, dates syrup, salt, and water to make a thick batter. Dip banana slices in the batter and bake it for golden brown. Serve hot with chutney.
Hill Banana Chips: Slice the bananas thinly and bake them until crispy. Sprinkle salt and pepper powder for flavor.
Hill Banana Curry: In a pan, dry fry onions, garlic, and ginger. Add sliced hill bananas, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and salt. Pour in coconut milk and simmer until the sauce thickens.
Hill Banana Jam: Mash hill bananas with dates syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of cinnamon. Cook on low heat until the mixture thickens. Pour into sterilized jars and refrigerate.
Hill Banana Smoothie: Blend hill bananas with dates syrup and almond or cashew milk. Add ice cubes for a refreshing drink.
Hill Banana Kebabs: Mix mashed hill bananas with potatoes, breadcrumbs, and spices. Shape into patties and grill until cooked through.
Hill Banana Pudding: Layer sliced hill bananas, vanilla pudding, and almond milk in a dish. Chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
Hill Banana Bread: Mix mashed hill bananas with all-purpose flour, dates syrup, and salt. Bake in a loaf pan until golden brown.
Hill Banana and Peanut Butter Sandwich: Spread peanut butter on bread slices and top with sliced hill bananas. Grill without oil until the bread is crispy and the peanut butter is melted.
Hill Banana and Chocolate Cake: Mix mashed hill bananas with all-purpose flour, dates syrup, cocoa powder, and aluminum-free baking powder. Bake in a cake pan until done. Serve with chocolate frosting.
