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Crispy, savory, and incredibly addictive, these South Indian raw banana chips are a classic snack. Thinly sliced plantains are fried to golden perfection and seasoned simply with salt and chili powder.
Prepare the bananas
Make the turmeric-salt solution
Heat the oil for frying
Slice and fry the chips
Crispy, savory, and incredibly addictive, these South Indian raw banana chips are a classic snack. Thinly sliced plantains are fried to golden perfection and seasoned simply with salt and chili powder.
This south_indian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 371.91 calories per serving with 2.42g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for snack.
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Season the chips while frying
Drain and season the chips
Cool and store
For a healthier version, toss the banana slices with 1 tablespoon of oil and seasonings, then bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes or until crisp, flipping halfway.
Skip the red chili powder. You can add a pinch of black pepper for a very mild flavor.
Use a food processor with a slicing attachment to slice the bananas quickly and uniformly.
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