Kadali Manja RAI

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MANJA is the banana stem (The tree is used to be cut down after the banana yield is cut. The fragile stem core, known as Manja, is then removed) and RAI is mustard paste. In Odisha, this delectable delicacy is called ‘MANJA RAI’ since it is created using banana stems and mustard paste. Every home in Odisha prepares this traditional Odia meal.

Banana stem, also known as Manja, is high in fiber, vitamin B6, and potassium, all of which aid in the creation of insulin and hemoglobin.

Benefits

It’s very useful for people who are trying to lose weight. It helps to keep High Blood Pressure in check. It acts as a diuretic and aids in the detoxification of the body. It has a pleasant cooling effect. Banana stem is thought to be beneficial in the treatment of kidney stones.

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Ingredients 

– 6-8 inch long Kadali Manja (Banana Stem) – 1 no. of potato – 1 no. of Colocasia (Arbi) – 1 no. of brinjal – 2 tablespoons mustard oil – 1 teaspoon Panch Phoron – 2 nos. green chilies, 1 no. dry red chilies – Curry leaves – 1 spring – 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder + 1 tablespoon – 8-10 badi (sun-dried lentil dumplings) – 2 teaspoons grated coconut – a handful of coriander leaves (chopped) – a pinch of salt (to taste) – Water (as required)

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Mustard Paste

– 2 teaspoons mustard seeds (soaked in water for 15-20 minutes) – 2 tbsp cumin seeds – 2 No of Garlic cloves – 2 No of Dry Red Chilly – 1 No of Tomato (chopped)

Notes

– When cutting banana stems, try to remove as many thin threads as possible. – To avoid darkness, keep the banana stems in a dish of water after cutting.

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