Homemade Banana Chips Recipe Kerala Style | plantain chips recipe

Banana Chips Kerala Style

 Ingredients:

  raw plantain (nendra) banana - 1 kg
  turmeric powder - 2 tsp
  salt
  oil - for deep frying

 Method

  - add 2 tsp turmeric powder into a bowl of water
  - apply some oil on hands to prevent discolouration of hands
  - peel the bananas
  - immerse them in the turmeric water for 10 minutes
  - drain and pat dry the banana
  - slice them with a slicer or knife

 for frying :

   - heat up oil for deep frying
  - add 1 tsp salt into the oil
  - deep fry the banana slices in batches till crisp
  - drain into kitchen towel
  - subsequent batches would require less salt
  - let them cool completely and store in an air tight container

Notes:

 - adding salt directly into the oil prevent oil absorption by the chips
 - banana peels can be used to make healthy and tasty thoran or stir fry.