Plantain stem – slices 1 cup . It should be tender without much fibre , salt – 1/4 tsp, lime – 1/2 , green chilli -1 , mustard seeds – 1/4 tsp , turmeric powder – a pinch, coriander leaves – 2 tsp.
Cut plantain stem into thin circular slices. Add a tsp of curd to one cup of water Drop the plantain slices in this water and remove immdly. This is to ensure that the color of the stem remains white. The same method can be followed for plantain flower also. Spread salt and turmeric powder on the slices. squeeze out the lime in it. In 1 tsp of oil splatter mustard seeds. When it bursts add asafoetida chopped chillis and add it to the slices and mix. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.