Vazhakka Curry / Raw Plantian Curry

Grind grated coconut, shallots, coriander powder and red chilly powder to a fine paste by adding about 1/4 cup of water.Wash and cut both the ends of the plantain and then peel the skin off and slice it to medium size pieces.Then cook covered the plantain pieces by adding about 1 cup of water along with turmeric powder, green chillies and salt for about 10-15 in a medium flame. Then add ground coconut mix to the plantain along with tamarind paste. Then lower the flame and simmer till gravy thickens. Then finally add curry leaves and oil and remove from the flame.