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Spicy Banana Curry Recipe
Spicy banana curry finds perfect harmony between bold, bursting curry flavors and the soft, sweet nature of ripe bananas for an unforgettable dish. This unique recipe demonstrates how fruit can be successfully incorporated into savory curry preparations to create something truly special. The natural sweetness of bananas provides an interesting contrast to the warming spices while creating an unusual but delicious flavor combination. This innovative curry challenges traditional expectations while delivering genuine satisfaction to adventurous food lovers. The soft texture of cooked bananas absorbs the spice blend beautifully, creating a dish that's both exotic and comforting.
This banana curry recipe finds its harmony in the way the bold, bursting flavor of curry interacts with the soft sweetness of bananas and smooth yogurt. The amounts of the different spices in the powder mixture are meant to be guidelines — have fun experimenting with your own intuitive combinations. Serve with basmati rice.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients
⅓ cup sunflower seed oil
2 onions, diced
½ cup curry powder
1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
4 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 ¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
4 teaspoons curry paste
8 cloves garlic, pressed
1 (10 ounce) can tomato sauce
⅔ cup plain yogurt
2 bananas, diced
3 tomatoes, chopped
¼ cup flaked coconut
Directions
Heat sunflower oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until onions have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, salt, sugar, ginger, chili powder, cinnamon, and black pepper. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in curry paste and pressed garlic. Cook for about 1 minute. Pour in tomato sauce and yogurt, and bring to a simmer. Stir in diced banana, and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Mix in chopped tomatoes, and continue to simmer 1 minute more. Stir in coconut flakes just before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 417 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 46g | Carbs |
| 8g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 417 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 31% |
| Cholesterol 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium 1247mg | 54% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber 12g | 41% |
| Total Sugars 20g | |
| Protein 8g | 17% |
| Vitamin C 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium 220mg | 17% |
| Iron 8mg | 46% |
| Potassium 1226mg | 26% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
