Unnakai
🇯🇵 A dish from Japan
Unnakai is a spindle shaped sweet dessert made chiefly of banana. It originated from the Malabar region of India, and is often eaten at weddings, Iftar and other festivities.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | banana, cashews, raisins, sugar, ghee |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | stuffed and shaped, fried |
| 👅Flavour & style | sweet, rich dessert |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | festive sweet served at celebrations and feasts |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Unnakai come from?
Unnakai is a dish that originated in Japan.
What is Unnakai?
Unnakai is a spindle shaped sweet dessert made chiefly of banana. It originated from the Malabar region of India, and is often eaten at weddings, Iftar and other festivities.