P lantain is a staple in most of South Indian kitchens .  They are so versatile that they are used in savory dishes to dessert and even in snacks.  The plantain chips are everyone's favorite.  The ripe plantain when battered and fried becomes the famous Pazhum Pori of the South .  Since its a staple in the kitchen, lot of time I end up with overripe plantains . The better way to use the overripe plantain is to transform them in to this dark brown mouth watering Halwa .   The sugar in the ripe plantain gives that caramelized flavor when cooked along with jaggery syrup .  The richness from the ghee and the flavors from the cardamom adds the perfect aroma to this Halwa.  Every bite into a piece gives the crunch from the fried cashews .  This fudgy goodness is so soft that it melt in your mouth. If you end up with over ripe plantain, give this recipe a try at least once.  I am sure you will love it and will never think of trashing those o...