Plantain Stem, as we all know, is the vertical branch-less part of the plantain which stands firm as a support for the entire plantain. Unlike other stems, the plantain stem is formed of multiple fibrous layers. There is hardly anything left for discard in the plantain. Just as we already saw a simple curry recipe using the plantain stem, it can be used to prepare several other dishes and beverages of health benefit.
Plantain stem which is highly fibrous, has great medicinal properties. It is included in the diet of patients with kidney stones, diabetes, acidity and constipation issues. It is also consumed by people who wish to reduce weight,
Plantain stem for one, is easily available, not to forget its reasonable pricing. Thus, it features in my kitchen as part of different dishes and recipes.
Today, let’s look into a very easy recipe – Plantain Stem Buttermilk / Chaas.
Chaas is a yogurt based beverage and is quite popular in India. Banana / Plantain Stem Chaas is a small tweak to this popular beverage, with the extract of plantain stem. Simple to prepare and great to taste. I am sure, you will enjoy this drink!!!
Our other plantain stem recipes :
Plantain Stem Curry
Total Time : 10 minutes
Preparation Time : 10 minutes
Ingredients:
Washed, cut plantain stem: 1 cup
Buttermilk: 1 cup
Jeera: 1 tsp.
Pepper: 1/2 tsp.
Salt to taste
Water: To adjust the consistency as required
Method :
- Wash and cut the plantain stem into small pieces (remove the outer peel before cutting, as it will be fibrous and difficult to consume)
- Grind it into smooth paste (if you feel it is still very fibrous, you may strain the ground content, discard the strained fiber and use only the extract to proceed further)
- To it, add buttermilk, cumin seeds, pepper and salt. Grind again
- Adjust the consistency with water as per your requirement. I have added 1 cup of water here
- Serve it immediately or refrigerate it and serve!!!
Plantain stem chaas is ready to serve!!!
Plantain Stem Chaas stories:
As I said, plantain stem is part of our weekly kitchen menu featuring in one or the other dishes. This time, it is a beverage using it.
Evening Beverages are part of almost all households. It can be as simple as a coffee or a tea or it can be any chilled drink depending upon the mood and the weather. Plantain stem chaas is a simple beverage, perfect for rejuvenation from a tired summer evening. It is yummy to taste and easy to prepare. My family enjoys this drink. As plantain stem comes with lot of health benefits, I am even more happier to serve it to my family.
It’s sooperbly. Don’t even feel that it’s made of plantain. Ultimate one