Aarati Davva Aava Koora (a Vegetarian Delicacy)

Ingredients: 
6 inch piece of aarati davva (Young Stem of Plantain/ Banana tree)
2 to 3 Dried Red Chilies
1 to 2 Green Chilies
1 Teaspoon Chopped Ginger
2 Teaspoons of Mustard powder
1 Teaspoon of Rice powder
2 Tablespoons Channa dal (Sanaga pappu) 
2 Tablespoons Urad dal (Split or whole Mina pappu) 
1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric
1/4 Teaspoon Hing (Aesfoetida)
1 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
2 Teaspoon Oil for seasoning
Salt to taste 

Preparation:

1. First slice Aarati Davva into round pieces soak in a water mixed with butter milk. Note: While slicing you will notice some fiber, remove the fiber. Soaking in buttermilk water has two advantages. First the slices will not turn black and second will help in removing the fiber. You can remove the fiber by stirring.  
2. Now dice the sliced rounds into the same buttermilk water. Stir more to remove any extra fiber. 
3. In a small bowl mix Mustard and Rice powder with 3 Tablespoons of water (make sure no lumps) and put this paste aside.
4. Make Green Chilies and Red Chilies into pieces. 
5. Heat oil in pan on medium flame and then add Channa, Urad, Mustard seeds, Turmeric and cut chilies.
6. Once Mustard seeds splatter add hing and wait for a minute. 
7. Squeeze diced Aarati Davva on to a cloth or paper towel.
8. Now add squeezed Aarati Davva, mustard and rice powder paste and Salt, sprinkle water and cover.
9. Cook for about 30 minutes or until the Aarati Davva is tender.
10. Serve with Rice. (This a traditional and authentic vegetarian delicacy).