Name: Banana Rasayana
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 Banana (robusta); 2 tbsp Jaggery; 1/4 tsp Cardamom Powder (elaichi); 1/2 cup Coconut Milk (homemade, thick)

Banana Rasayana

15 minutes

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About Banana Rasayana

Banana Rasayana is a beloved South Indian summer cooler that's as simple to prepare as it is delightful to enjoy. Made with ripe bananas, powdered jaggery, and creamy coconut milk, this traditional recipe is naturally sweet and refreshing, offering a healthy twist on fruit-based desserts.

Often served alongside neer dosa, poori, or dosa in Karnataka, Banana Rasayana doubles as a nourishing snack and a light dessert. Packed with essential nutrients and flavored with a hint of cardamom, it's the perfect way to let your family savor nature's best gifts while staying cool and energized during hot days.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep15

Total15

Calories83 kcal

Serves

Served AsDesserts Snacks

Recipe TasteSweet

Ingredients

▢ 3 Banana robusta
▢ 2 tbsp Jaggery
▢ 1/4 tsp Cardamom Powder elaichi
▢ 1/2 cup Coconut Milk homemade, thick

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Instructions

Chop the banana into considerably thin round slices.
Add jaggery powder and cardamom powder.
Gently mix and pour the fresh coconut milk.
Allow it to steep for 5 - 10 minutes.
Serve immediately .

Recipe Notes

The jaggery should be finely powdered.
Since this recipe has fresh coconut milk, consume it as early as possible.

Additional Tips

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a small pinch of freshly grated nutmeg or a few saffron strands along with the cardamom powder.
If you prefer a thicker consistency, mash some of the banana pieces thoroughly while keeping a few chunks intact for texture.
Chill the mixed rasayana in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before serving to make it even more refreshing, especially during hot weather.
For a vegan and nutty variation, sprinkle roasted cashews or sliced almonds on top just before serving, adding both crunch and richness to the dessert.