8-10 small Malu miris (Banana Peppers) 2 tbsp of oil Salt
Ingredients for filling: 1 tbsp oil 1/2 lb red onions, sliced finely 1/4 lb maldive fish pieces (optional) 1 tbsp chilli powder a sprig of curry leaves 2 inch piece cinnamon Salt to taste
Make filling: Mix all the filling ingredients and stir fry in about 1 tbsp of oil in a pan for about 4-5mins under low heat. Set aside.
Now prepare the peppers: Slit the peppers lengthwise, just long enough to stuff the fillings. Carefully remove the seeds, taking care not to break the pepper. Fill the cavity with the filling.
Heat a saut? pan. Add about 2 tbsp of oil. Stir fry the stuffed peppers, taking care not to break. Add about a 1/4 cup of water* with a pinch of salt, cover and cook for about 3-5 minutes under low heat.
Serve hot.
* Alternatively you can substitute water with coconut milk.
