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Jaggery coated plantain chips- sharkara varatti, is one of the most important dish in Sadya. They are also served with breakfast in some places during Onam. These delicious sweet crackers are so addictive yet easy to make at home.
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Jaggery Coated Plantain Chips / Sharkara Varatti

Sharkara varatti , another important crackers, made with unripe plantain and sweetened with Jaggery, is a must have for any Sadya. This sweet jaggery coated plantain chips is so addictive and delicious.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 4
Author: myeatingspace.com

Ingredients

  • 2 unripe plantains
  • 1 tsp crushed ginger 1 tsp dry ginger powder
  • 3/4 cup jaggery syrup
  • 1 tsp cumin seed
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  • Make the cumin seed into a fine powder. Keep aside.
  • Wash and peel the plantains. Cut it lengthwise to two halves.
  • Again cut in to small 1/4 inch thick pieces.
  • Heat oil in a pan on high.
  • Add the plantain pieces. Reduce the flame to medium.
  • Fry until the pieces start to turn red and crispy.
  • Strain and transfer to a plate.
  • Let it cool completely, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • In another pan, mix the jaggery syrup and crushed ginger.
  • Bring it to a boil. Then add the cumin powder and mix well.
  • Add the fried plantain chips in to the jaggery syrup. Mix well to coat.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Now add the powdered sugar and mix well. This will help the chips to separate and prevent the stickiness.
  • Enjoy the sweet jaggery coated plantain chips.
  • This will keep in an air-tight container for 1 week.