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Bengali Thor Ghonto / Bengali Banana Stem Curry In Traditional Style
Today I will share how to make Bengali Thor Ghonto / Bengali Banana Stem Curry In Traditional Style. This is not only a mouth-watering, but also a very nutritious dish. It is also one of the most frequently prepared recipes in every Bengali house. As per Vinmec, the banana stem has many health benefits, so you can very well add this recipe to your diet chart.
Equipment used
- Bonti (The bonti is a kitchen instrument that is used in Indian households to peel, chop, shred, slice, and dice vegetables and fruits,)
- Sil batta (grinding stone)
- Pressure cooker
- Kadai
- Spatula
Ingredients
Banana stem-1 (1 feet size)
Bengal gram-1/2 cup
Peanuts-1/2 cup
Bori (sun-dried lentil fritters)-1/2 cup
Coriander seeds-1 tbsp
Cumin seeds-1 tbsp
Ginger-1/2 inch
Cinnamon stick-1/2 inch
Cardamom-1
Cloves-3
Mustard oil-3 tbsp (including frying nuts, Bengal gram, and bori)
Bay leaf-1
Green chili-2
Ghee-1 tbsp
Sugar-1/2 tbsp
Chopped coriander leaves
Salt to taste
How to make Bengali Thor Ghonto / Bengali Banana Stem Curry In Traditional Style
First, remove the outer section of the banana stem
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Then cut it into two parts
![Banana Stem Curry step2](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step2.png)
Now with the help of a bonti cut it into small pieces If you don’t have a bonti then use a knife)
![Banana Stem Curry step3](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step3.png)
Add water to it
![Banana Stem Curry step4](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step4.png)
Now put the banana stem in a pressure cooker along with soaked Bengal gram and go for 2 whistles on high flame
![Banana Stem Curry step5](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step5.png)
Heat oil in a kadai and fry the peanuts
![Banana Stem Curry step6](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step6.png)
After frying the peanuts, fry the bori (sun-dried lentil fritters) in same oil
![Banana Stem Curry step7](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step7.png)
With the help of sil batta, smoothly crush ginger, cumin, and coriander seeds
![Banana Stem Curry step8](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step8.png)
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![Banana Stem Curry step10](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step10.png)
Now open the cooker after releasing the pressure, and check the stem
![Banana Stem Curry step11](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step11.png)
In the same oil Add the whole spices with bay leaf
![Banana Stem Curry step12](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step12.png)
Sauté them for a minute
![Banana Stem Curry step13](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step13.png)
Now add the banana stem and stir them for a minute
![Banana Stem Curry step14](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step14.png)
Add the paste of ginger, cumin, and coriander and stir them till the raw smell goes off
![Banana Stem Curry step15](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step15.png)
Add green chili, turmeric powder, sugar, and salt and mix them well
![Banana Stem Curry step16](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step16.png)
![Banana Stem Curry step17](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step17.png)
Stir them till the water evaporates completely
![Banana Stem Curry step18](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step18.png)
Now add the fried bori and peanuts and mix them
![Banana Stem Curry step19](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step19.png)
Add ghee and mix well
![Banana Stem Curry step20](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step20.png)
Transfer them to a serving plate and serve hot with rice and dal
![Banana Stem Curry step21](https://www.yummyfoodanddiet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banana-Stem-Curry-step21.png)
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