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Raw banana poha cutlet recipe
Mrittika Mondal's avatarMrittika Mondal

No Onion Garlic Raw Banana Poha Cutlets

These raw banana poha cutlets are a wholesome, no onion-no garlic snack that's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Made with boiled potatoes and raw bananas as the base, they get a lovely textural boost from crunchy poha, grated coconut, and roasted peanuts, while a handful of raisins adds little bursts of sweetness in every bite. A simple blend of spices ties everything together, making these cutlets perfect for a vrat platter, festival spread, or an everyday evening snack with your masala chai.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 People
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Raw bananas - boiled and mashed
  • 1 Medium size Potato - boiled and mashed
  • 1 Cup Flattened rice poha - washed and drained
  • Corn flour or Chickpea flour Besan - Optional
  • 1/4 Cup Peanuts
  • 1 Tbsp Raisins
  • 2 Green Chillies - Finely chopped
  • 1/4 Cup Coconut - Grated or Diced
  • 1 Tsp Homemade Roasted and Grounded Spice Mix
  • 1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder Haldi
  • 1/8 Tsp Red Chilli Powder - Adjust as per taste
  • 1/4 Tsp Shahi Garam Masala Powder
  • Black Pepper Powder - As per taste
  • Common Salt or Rock Salt - As per taste

Method
 

  1. Boil and Mash the Vegetables
  2. Cut the raw bananas in 4 pieces and the potatoes in halves. Wash thoroughly to remove the dirt and residues. Boil to get a tender mesh.
  3. When the veggies turn soft, remove from heat and allow cooling at room temperature.
  4. Remove and discard off the potato and raw banana skin. Mash the veggies separately.
  5. Wash and Drain the Flattened Rice
  6. Fry the Dry Fruits
  7. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Roast the peanuts and raisins to get the crunchy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside for cooling
  8. Prepare the Cutlet Mix
  9. Add 1 cinnamon (dalchini) stick, 2 cloves (laung), 1 green cardamom, 1 tsp of fennel seeds, and 1/4 tsp cumin seeds in the remaining oil.
  10. Now put the mashed potato and raw banana in the pan and sauté for 2 minutes on medium to low heat.
Boil and Mash the Vegetables
  1. Cut the raw bananas in 4 pieces and the potatoes in halves. Wash thoroughly to remove the dirt and residues. Boil to get a tender mesh.
  2. When the veggies turn soft, remove from heat and allow cooling at room temperature.
  3. Remove and discard off the potato and raw banana skin. Mash the veggies separately.
Wash and Drain the Flattened Rice
  1. Put the poha in a sieve and wash under running water.let the poha to drain the excess water and dry.
  2. Fry the Dry Fruits
  3. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Roast the peanuts and raisins to get the crunchy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside for cooling.
Prepare the Cutlet Mix
  1. Add 1 cinnamon (dalchini) stick, 2 cloves (laung), 1 green cardamom, 1 tsp of fennel seeds, and 1/4 tsp cumin seeds in the remaining oil.
  2. Now put the mashed potato and raw banana in the pan and sauté for 2 minutes on medium to low heat.
  3. Toss in the green chillies and grated coconut. Mix well for a minute.
  4. Sprinkle the powder spices and mix again to gain uniform distribution.
Roll the Cutlets
  1. Remove the vegetable mix on a platter. Add the poha and mix properly when the mix is hot enough.
  2. Divide the mixture in equal portions.
  3. Form the cutlets in any desired shape.
Frying the Raw Banana Poha Cutlets
  1. There are many ways to fry these cutlets:
  2. Shallow fry on a tawa: This is the ultimate low-oil healthy snacking option. Brush oil on the tawa. Fry 3-4 pieces per batch to allow enough room for flipping.
  3. Deep fry in a kadhai: Heat 1 ½ cups of oil and set the heat to medium heat. Drop 2-3 cutlets in the hot oil per batch. Do not flip or move the pieces immediately. Wait for at least 1-2 minutes before flipping to the next side.
  4. Low Oil Air-fryer Method: Double-coat the cutlets in breadcrumbs. Pre-heat the air-fryer for 5 minutes. Place cutlets on the tray and brush oil on both sides. Set the temperature to 180°C (356°F) for 15 minutes. Flip the cutlets after 7 minutes to get the golden brown texture on both sides.

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Notes

The calorie count per serving includes 2 cutlets shallow fried with oil brushed on both sides. Measurement will vary when coated in breadcrumbs or deep-fried (high-calorie food). 
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