PAZHAM PORI | ETHAKKA APPAM | RIPE PLANTAIN FRITTERS

Makes: 8 nos
Ingredients

1. Etahakka /Nendrapazham ( ripe plantains)- 2 nos
2. All purpose flour-1/2 cup
3. Rice flour-1 to 11/2 tbsp (optional)
4. Turmeric powder-1/4 tsp
5. Cumin seeds- 1 pinch (optional)
6. Salt-one pinch
7. Water -As required
8. Coconut oil- for deep frying

Method

• Peel plantains and cut it  vertically into two.Cut each slice again into two .Keep aside.
• Combine all purpose flour,rice flour,turmeric powder,cumin seeds,salt and water in a mixing bowl to form a thick batter.
• Heat oil in a frying pan.Dip the sliced banana in the batter and deep fry until golden brown.Drain onto a kitchen towel and serve with tea/coffee.

Note:You can also use rice flour instead of all purpose flour ,if you like it to be really crispy on the outside.