Description:
Capsicum Masala Poriyal is a flavorful South Indian dish that incorporates all three colorful varieties of capsicum—green, red, and yellow. The vibrant colors not only add visual appeal but also enhance the flavor of the dish. This simple and delicious recipe is perfect for lunch or can be packed into a lunchbox.
Cuisine: South Indian
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 yellow capsicum, chopped
- 1 red capsicum, chopped
- 1 green capsicum, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- A few curry leaves
- Salt to taste
For the Masala Powder:
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
- 1 tablespoon grated coconut
- 4 dried red chillies
- 3 cloves garlic (unpeeled)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
For Garnish:
- 4 sprigs coriander leaves, chopped
Preparation Time: 38 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a wok and add mustard seeds. Let them splutter for about 15 seconds.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they soften.
- Once the onions are soft, add the chopped capsicums (yellow, red, and green), curry leaves, and salt. Stir and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the masala powder by grinding all the ingredients (peanuts, coconut, dried red chillies, garlic, and cumin seeds) in a blender.
- Add the freshly ground masala powder to the capsicum mixture. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve your Capsicum Masala Poriyal with Tomato Onion Sambar and Rice for a complete South Indian meal.
Enjoy this vibrant and tasty dish!
