Plantains in tamarind curry

Ingredients

• 2 raw plantains, peeled & cut into ½ inch thick round slices
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 10 cloves garlic, peeled & finely chopped
• 1 two-inch piece ginger, peeled & finely chopped
• ½ teaspoon asafoetida
• 1½ teaspoon coriander seeds
• Salt to taste

Method

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the plantains, turmeric and tamarind paste and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature.
2. Heat oil in a pan, add garlic, ginger, asafetida and coriander seeds and sauté till garlic turns golden brown. Now add marinated plantains, salt and 1 cup water. Mix well.
3. Bring to a boil on high heat. Then reduce the heat to low and simmer till the sauce thickens and plantains are cooked through.
4. Serve hot.