Unnakaya
Unnakaya is a traditional Malabar snack from Kerala, India. It is made by stuffing ripe plantains with a mixture of grated coconut, sugar, nuts, and spices, which are then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed or fried.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe plantains
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (like cashews or almonds)
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons ghee or melted butter
- Banana leaves for wrapping (can use aluminum foil, if banana leaves are not available)
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and cut them in half lengthwise. Steam them until they are soft but still hold their shape. Once cooked, mash the plantains in a bowl and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the grated coconut, sugar, chopped nuts, cardamom powder, and ghee.
- Take a portion of the mashed plantain and flatten it in your palm. Place a spoonful of the coconut mixture in the center and fold the plantain over to encase the filling. Shape it into an elongated oval.
- Repeat the process for the remaining plantains and filling mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed plantain in a piece of banana leaf or aluminum foil.
- Steam the wrapped Unnakayas for about 15-20 minutes until they are heated through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 569kcal (28%)Carbohydrates: 88g (29%)Protein: 5g (10%)Fat: 27g (42%)Saturated Fat: 17g (106%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 19mg (6%)Sodium: 16mg (1%)Potassium: 1023mg (29%)Fiber: 7g (29%)Sugar: 58g (64%)Vitamin A: 2024IU (40%)Vitamin C: 33mg (40%)Calcium: 19mg (2%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
