Kerala has long held the title of India's banana chip capital. The tradition of frying thin, golden banana slices dates back generations in Malayali kitchens and is synonymous with quality snacking across the country.
The Kerala Banana Chip Tradition
The banana chip tradition of Kerala is rooted in the cultivation of the Nendran variety, a large, starchy banana ideal for frying. Kerala chips are celebrated for their thin cut, golden colour, clean oil flavour, and satisfying crunch.
Jalgaon Bananas: An Equally Premium Ingredient
While Nendran is the banana most associated with Kerala chips, Maharashtra's Jalgaon district produces varieties equally well-suited to chip-making. The Grand Naine and related cultivars grown in Jalgaon's black cotton soil develop a high starch content and firm flesh that creates a chip with outstanding crunch.
Orbisnax: Honouring Tradition with Jalgaon's Finest
ORBISNAX pays deep respect to the Kerala tradition while bringing its own story: chips made with exceptional Jalgaon bananas, hygienically cooked in small batches with no preservatives and no artificial colours. Shop our banana chips and taste the difference. More on our blog.
