Pazham ada (banana steam cake) Recipe

Name: Pazham Ada (banana Steam Cake) Recipe
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Kerala

Recipe By Slurrp

Pazham ada, also known as banana steam cake, is a traditional South Indian delicacy made with ripe bananas, jaggery, and rice flour. The mixture is spread on banana leaves and steamed to perfection, resulting in a soft and aromatic cake. This sweet and flavorful dish is often enjoyed as a snack or dessert. The combination of ripe bananas and jaggery gives it a natural sweetness, while the rice flour adds a soft and chewy texture. Serve pazham ada warm with a cup of tea or as a dessert after a meal.

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Ingredients For Pazham ada (banana steam cake) Recipe

2 Ripe Bananas
0.5 cup Jaggery
1 cup Rice Flour
0.5 teaspoon Cardamom Powder
2 tablespoon Grated Coconut
as required Banana Leaves

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Directions : Pazham ada (banana steam cake) Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, mash ripe bananas and add jaggery, rice flour, cardamom powder, and grated coconut. Mix well to form a smooth batter.
STEP 2.Take a banana leaf and spread a spoonful of the batter on it. Fold the leaf to cover the batter and steam it for about 10-15 minutes.
STEP 3.Once cooked, remove the pazham ada from the steamer and let it cool slightly. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious flavors of this traditional South Indian delicacy.

Cooking Tips

Make sure to use ripe bananas for a naturally sweet flavor.
You can add chopped nuts like cashews or almonds for extra crunch.
If banana leaves are not available, you can use parchment paper as a substitute.

Storage and Serving

Pazham ada is best served warm.
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheat the pazham ada in a steamer or microwave before serving.

Nutrition
value

687

calories per serving

26 g Fat11 g Protein100 g Carbs13 g FiberOther

Current Totals

26 g Fat
11 g Protein
100 g Carbs
13 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
100 g
Protein
11 g
Fiber
13 g

Fats

Fat
26 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
45 mg
Iron
3 mg
Vitamin A
108 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
2 mg
Vitamin B6
1 mg
Vitamin B9
63 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
14 mg
Vitamin E
2 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
110 mg
Manganese
2 mg
Phosphorus
156 mg
Selenium
0 mcg
Zinc
1 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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