"Kelyacho Halwo" is a Goan delicacy that is made for Diwali and Ganesh Chaturthi. The bananas used in making this delicious delicacy are also called Nendra/Mandoli/ Kerala bananas/Moira bananas. Kelyacho Halwo is also a preserve made and enjoyed with chapatti, traditionally.
Kelyacho Halwo
Moira is a small village close to Mapusa, Goa. Moira has like the rest of Goa a unique history and their claim to fame is the long tusk-like banana planted by the Franciscan Fathers from Kerala and eaten boiled, baked or fried. Moira is also known for the crazy people who reside here.
“Moidekars “ or “moiddekar” as the resident of Moira is called very intelligent and hard working. But we mere mortals cannot understand them so it seems like crazy erratic behaviour and is beautifully described in Wikipedia as,” This is how the people of Bardez describe the indefinite trait. To moiddekar num re, he is a guy from Moira, sar-koch moiddekar, every inch like a guy from Moira; taka matxem moiddechem assa, he’s got a bit of it from Moira."
Jokes apart let's see how to make Halwa with the Mainoli Keli for this Diwali. If you are planning a Goan Diwali you can also make for Diwali Celebration the following items commonly made for Diwali in Goa, my BM theme is Diwali Savories and Sweets.
- Rasatle Fov or Pohe In Coconut Milk (Savoury)~ Indian State Goa
- Batat Fov ( make like Kande Pohe Recipe for Quick Breakfast or Snack only replace the onion with potato)
- C for Chana-Cho Ros Goan Style Peas Bhaji
- Ammade Che Karam a Goan Delicacy
- Churma, a Goan Delicacy
The other things that attract me to Diwali are
- Nariyali ki Barfi|Kobbari Vadi ~Diwali Special
- Chirotti ~Indian State Karnataka
- Besan Ladoo/Besan Unde/ बेसन के लड्डू
- Easy Rava/Sooji/Semolina Laddoo Alias Rava Unde
- Moong Daal And Black Pepper Sev
Before you start making the "halvo" a few pointers,
- Use the moira bananas are ripe only when the skin is black but the fruit is firm.
- In case you cut the banana after it is overripe, do not cook them for long 10-15 minutes maximum.
- If you lose patience and make the halvo before the fruit is ripe cook longer about 30 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container after it cools completely.
Mandoli Keyacho Halvo,
Kelyacho Halwo|Mandoli Keyacho Halvo| Banana Preserve
- Serves: 4 people
- Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 moira bananas, ripe
- 4 laung/cloves
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 teaspoon ghee
- 1 teaspoon elichi/cardamom powder
Method:
- Slice the bananas and set aside.
- In a kadhai/wok, add a little less than ¼ cups water, cloves, sugar and boil on medium flame until the sugar dissolves and you have a syrup.
- Add banana slices and stir.
- Boil for about 20 minutes.
- Add the ghee and elaichi powder.
- Mix and switch off the gas.
- Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Banana Preserve
Kelyacho Halwo|Mandoli Keyacho Halvo| Banana Preserve
Ingredients
- 3 moira bananas ripe
- 4 laung/cloves
- ¼ cup Sugar
- 3 teaspoon Ghee
- 1 teaspoon Elichi/cardamom powder
Instructions
- Slice the bananas and set aside.
- In a kadhai/wok, add a little less than ¼ cups water, cloves, sugar and boil on medium flame until the sugar dissolves and you have a syrup.
- Add banana slices and stir.
- Boil for about 20 minutes.
- Add the ghee and elaichi powder.
- Mix and switch off the gas.
- Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
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Sharmila says
Hi Archana, This is such a healthy substitute for Jam. My Son loves anything made from Banana.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sharmila.
Priya Suresh says
Absolutely delicious, i would like to have this Banana preserve with some icecream and peppered cashew, already mouthwatering here.
ArchanaPotdar says
Wow! you and I certainly share the same tastes. Even I prefer it with peppered cashew nuts.:D
Suma Gandlur says
I was assuming that it would be a mushy preparation until I saw the pictures. Can't wait to try this. Seems like it would make a great topping for pancakes as well.
ArchanaPotdar says
Suma you will need the correct bananas else it gets mushy. Too ripe or too raw also gives incorrect result.
M.Gayathri Raani says
This halvo looks so yum Arch. Welcome back. We missed you. I guess we need to source this type of banana because normal one would go mushy.
ArchanaPotdar says
Aww! Gayatri so sweet of you! Thanks dear. Yes you will need the Moira banans only to make this sweet. The others will not do.
Piyali Mutha says
Unique recipe with a fascinating story woven around it. I am totally loving this dish.
Shobha Keshwani says
Such a simple and delicious sweet.. perfect to make for prashad.
Mildly Indian says
I have had this when i was a small girl from a neighbour. Your post so brought back her memories.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Lata Lala says
This looks so yummy. I have never heard of this dish before. Would love to eat it with something like custard or ice cream.
Lovely share.
Geetha Priyanka says
This guess this is a good substitute for jam. It seems so simple to make yet tasty and flavourful. Wish I could get these bananas here to make this delicious preserve.
Soma Mukherjee says
Wow this is something new never thought we can preserve bananas like this , the recipe sound so interesting have to try soon.
Poonam Bachhav says
This is a new recipe to me di..but it sounds so flavorful. Would certainly love to try it out for my son who has a sweet tooth. Thanks for the share.
ArchanaPotdar says
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Vanitha Bhat says
What a great dessert! I thought it would be mushy like regular halwa and was delighted to see whole slices of bananas! Such a lovely share dear; a great way to use up those leftover bananas!
ArchanaPotdar says
Please do not use the leftover bananas Vanitha. You will have a mush.
Freda @ Aromatic essence says
This is a good recipe to use up excess bananas, so easy and delicious! Thanks for the lovely share 🙂
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
harini says
OH! this look stunning, Archana. So the kerala small bananas would be ideal, right? Lots of ideas on how to use this preserve 🙂
ArchanaPotdar says
No Harini use the big ones. Will Update the images next week when I go to market.
Jayashree says
This one looks so delish and easy to make. I need to try sometime. Thanks for sharing.
ArchanaPotdar says
Welcome
Sasmita Sahoo Samanta says
Totally new for me !! Such a simple and delicious sweet..... Thank you sharing with us 🙂
ArchanaPotdar says
Welcome, Sasmita.
Praneetha says
Your recipes are always very new to me. How easy and interesting is this recipe of kelyacho halwo!
A wonderful way to use excess bananas.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thank you.
Pavani says
Really enjoyed reading the post. Never heard about this recipe before. But looks very healthy and delicious. Bookmarked it.
Jolly says
I love this banana jam and shall be making by following your recipe the next as my baby loves banana. Thanks for sharing!
code2cook says
This is actually a very unique recipe to try out. I have never used ripe banana this way except making cakes.
Sushma Pinjala says
I love bananas. Will surely try your recipe.
Srivalli says
Wow this is surely such a simple and delicious preserve with banana..nice to know the history of this..good share!
Pavani says
Such a simple, flavorful and delicious looking dessert. Thanks for sharing a traditional dish Archana.
Sowmya says
That is such a unique dish Arch! Looks so tempting...wish I could grab some. The only dish I think of with the kerala bananas are the chips...this looks so good. Must try!!
Ritu Tangri says
Oh Archana! This looks so good. On first look, I thought you have made some cute face shapes with bananas.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
I love how the bananas have retained their shape even after 20 minutes of cooking. I am so tempted to taste some now. Lovely recipe Archana!
Priya Srinivasan says
As vaishali said, i was looking for a mish mashed halwa, those cooked banana slices look very pretty, can imagine the flavor of all the spices with ghee, must be lip smacking good!!!
preeti garg says
Wow.. looks so delicious.. even you can use further on the top of icecream.
Amrita Roy says
Everyday we learn something new and today I learnt this delicious halwo recipe. Though the recipe looks easy but an expert can only identify the right banana for the recipe. Also you have mentioned how less or more to cook when the selection of banana is not correct. Lovely
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
Seema Sriram says
Being from Kerala, I guess my blood is made with these bananas. I love them in any form. The halwo sounds like the one I should try next.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Mayuri Patel says
Interesting story about Moira and its people. Am sure you can't tell them that they are crazy! As for the kelyacho halwa it so reminds me of the Gujarati style ghee kera. Only difference is that the bananas are not cooked. The rest is all the same, adding ghee, cardamom and sugar. Usually enjoyed with roti when kids don't a sabji that has been cooked for the family.
ArchanaPotdar says
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Neha (My Culinary Expressions) says
It was interesting to go through your post for a prelude of Kelyacho Halvo.. I have been intrigued to know about recipes from different cuisines. This recipe is so similar to the way we make mangoes preserve and enjoy with roti. The combination of cloves, cardamom, and banana must be a delightful fusion of flavors. Bookmarking this recipe to try it out.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Neha.
Kalyani says
Reading about the local region within goa and this particular halwa was very interestting.. this looks like a light yet satiating dessert . great share..
ArchanaPotdar says
Yes it is, Kalyani. Thanks.
seema says
The is one of the best banana recipes for me. We love these Moira bananas and i wish I get them now.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 come home soon.
Priya Srinivasan says
Banana preserve looks yumm archana, love how quick and easy it comes together. I can almost feel the aroma as i read through the recipe . Brilliant share ❤️
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Priya.