BANANA FLOWER IDLY AND RICE POWDER

BANANA FLOWER IDLY AND RICE POWDER :

Banana flower, or Vazhaipoo, is a highly nutritious, iron-rich ingredient traditionally blended into spice mixes for a healthy diet. you can use banana flower (vazhaipoo) idly podi/powder to flavor hot rice, idlys or dosas by simply mixing it with a little sesame oil or ghee . 

• Prep the flowers: Clean and chop the banana flowers, soaking them in diluted buttermilk with a pinch of salt to remove bitterness and prevent discoloration. 
• Roast the spices: Dry roast 100 g of chana dal (split chickpeas), 50 g of urad dal, dried red chillies, black pepper, and curry leaves until aromatic. 
• Dry and blend: Drain and thoroughly dry the banana flower petals. Sauté them in a little oil until completely crisp, then blend them together with the roasted spices and salt into a coarse powder.