Raw banana is super loaded with health benefits and it is very good for those suffering from diabetes, which is half of our population sadly. Chef Ranveer Brar has come up with a scrumptious recipe which uses this ingredient and turns into an extremely delicious snack. Before we jump onto the recipe, let's find out what all does raw banana have for the health conscious.
Now, raw bananas are widely cultivated in Southern parts of India and they help maintain blood sugar. A boon for the heart, raw bananas have several other benefits which will leave you astonished.
Vitamins
These fruits are very rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin B6. While vitamin C is important for healthy skin and hair, it is also good for the immune system and contains antioxidants. Vitamin B6, on the other hand, is responsible for converting food into energy.
Stomach Problems
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Fiber content in raw bananas can be helpful in keeping many stomach problems at bay. These include problems like constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.
Diabetics
The sugar content in raw bananas is really low and makes a great option for diabetes. This fruit has also keeps the digestive system healthy.
Fiber
Rich in fiber, raw bananas help in easing the digestion process. Fibre-rich foods are good for people with constipation. Besides that,fiberkeeps a check on your blood sugar levels as well.
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Weight Loss
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fibrous foods help us in reducing our appetite. How? These fibers make us feel full for longer which in turns makes us eat less. People on a weight loss regime can include this in their diet for sure.
Heart Health
Raw bananas are a rich source of potassium which is amazing for our kidneys. And do not forget the fact that these help in controlling our blood pressure as well.
Onto the much-awaited recipe by the famous chef, this dish is not very complicated and will make for a tasty snack with some nice hot tea.
Raw Banana Seekh Kebaba/ Kachche Kele Ka Kebab
Ingredients:
- 3 large raw bananas
- 1 tsp ajwain
- 1 tsp cuminpowder
- 3 tbsps rajgira (Amaranth) atta
- 3-4 green chillies, finely chopped
- ½ inch ginger, finely chopped
- 1 tsp chaat masala, optional
- Sendha namak, to taste
- Fresh coriander, chopped
Method:
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- Pressure cook the raw bananas. Peel and mash them.
- Combine the mashed banana, Rajgira atta, ajwain, cumin powder, green chillies, ginger, chaat masala, chopped coriander and salt. Mix well.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions. Grease hands with oil and affix the portions on to the skewers and shape them like seekh.
- Heat oil in a pan on medium-high flame. Shallow fry the kebabs till golden brown on both the sides.
- Serve hot with yogurt and mint chutney.
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