Nenthrapazham / Ripe plantain is a healthy banana produced mainly in kerala. Usually its used to make fritters, bhajji and various other sweets and savouries.

Here i have used nenthrapazham with dry fruits and made it into milkshake , very healthy and filling too.

Preparation time : 10 mins

Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS:

• Nenthrapazham/ raw plantain: 1 medium sized
• Dates: 7 to 8 deseeded
• Almonds: 3 to 4
• Flax seeds: 1 tsp
• Ice cubes: few
• Milk: 1 cup

PREPARATION:

• Peel and cut banana into small pieces.
• In a blender , add dates and almonds and blend it once.
• To this add banana, milk, icecubes and blend it into smooth consistency.
• I havent added sugar as i have added dates which gives the drink enough sweetness.
• You may add more milk if you want to make it little loose.
• Mix flax seeds before serving.
• Serve chilled.