Spicy Kerala Banana Chips (Mulaku Kaya Varuthathu )

 Spicy Kerala Banana Chips (Mulaku Kaya Varuthathu ) 🌶🍌



"Looking for a snack that’s crunchy, spicy, and totally addictive? Kerala’s own Mulaku Kaya Varuthathu is the answer! Thinly sliced raw nendran bananas, fried to golden perfection in coconut oil, then tossed with chilli, pepper, and crispy curry leaves – this is the fiery cousin of the classic banana chips. A must-have during festivals, tea-time, or just when those spicy cravings hit!"


📝 Ingredients

  • Raw nendran bananas – 4 large

  • Coconut oil – for deep frying

  • Salt – 1 tsp (dissolved in 2 tbsp water)

  • Red chilli powder – 1 tsp (adjust to taste)

  • Black pepper powder – ½ tsp (optional)

  • Curry leaves – 1 sprig (washed & dried)

  • Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp (optional, for colour)

👩‍🍳 Preparation Method

1. Prepping the bananas

  • Peel bananas, soak briefly in turmeric water, and dry completely.

  • Keep ready for slicing.

2. Frying

  1. Heat coconut oil in a deep pan/kadai.

  2. Slice bananas directly into hot oil using a slicer.

  3. Fry on medium flame until almost crisp.

  4. Add a spoon of salt water carefully (chips will sizzle). Fry until fully crisp.

  5. Just before removing, add curry leaves and let them turn crispy. Remove everything together.

3. Seasoning

  1. Mix chilli powder + pepper powder in a small bowl.

  2. While the chips are still hot, sprinkle the spice mix and toss well so the flavour coats evenly.
    👉 Some people mix chilli powder directly into the salt water and add to oil while frying for a stronger flavor. Both methods work.

4. Cooling & Storing

  • Spread on paper to drain oil.

  • Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

🔥 Variations

  • Peri-peri style – add a pinch of garlic powder + paprika.

  • Sweet & spicy – toss with a little powdered jaggery + chilli for a sharkara-spicy twist.


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