Spicy Pan-Fried Plantains

Name: Spicy Pan-Fried Plantains
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 3 green plantains ((unripe)); 2 tablespoon coconut oil (or any cooking oil of your choice); 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 sprig curry leaves; ¼ tsp asafoetida (hing); ½ teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon red chili powder (or as per taste); ½ tsp salt; 2 tablespoon coconut (fresh or frozen); 2 tbsp cilantro

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:15min

Add a touch of flavor to your mealtime routine with this tasty and easy-to-make Indian-style spicy pan-fried plantains. Also known as balekai palya or vazhakkai poriyal, this dish is made with just a few simple ingredients and is ready in less than 20 minutes. The combination of spices and pan-roasting gives the plantains a unique texture and flavor that is sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect as a side dish or main course, this recipe is a delicious way to incorporate more plantains into your diet.

Updated at: Thu, 11 Dec 2025 03:47:57 GMT