"Vazhakka (Unripened Plantain) 1Lb": Also known as green bananas or cooking bananas, these are firm, starchy, and less sweet than ripe bananas. They have a mild, earthy flavor similar to a potato and are always cooked before eating. Commonly used in South Indian cuisine for savory dishes like curries, stir-fries (poriyal/varuval), chips, and fritters, and sold in a 1-pound quantity.
