Spicy Banana Curry

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 ripe bananas, sliced (400g)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (120g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (10g)
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced (15g)
• 2 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spiciness)
• 1 (15 oz) can coconut milk
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
4. Stir in the coconut milk and tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5. Add the bananas and cook for 5 minutes, or until they are heated through and slightly softened.
6. Stir in the cilantro (if using) and serve immediately, with lime wedges on the side.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe)

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful curry with a hint of sweetness from the bananas
• Aromatic with Indian spices
• Suitable for American taste buds and easy to prepare

User Comments:

• "This curry was delicious! The bananas added a unique sweetness that balanced out the spice."
• "I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The bananas were soft and creamy, while the sauce was rich and flavorful."
• "I made this for my friends, and they were all impressed. It's a great dish to serve at a party."
• "I added some extra cayenne pepper to give it a bit more heat. It was perfect!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
• If you don't have fresh ginger or garlic, you can use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger or garlic powder instead.
• Serve with rice, naan bread, or quinoa for a complete meal.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.