Cabbage and Carrot Thoran (Kerala Style)
Description:
Cabbage and Carrot Thoran is a simple and flavorful Kerala recipe, often served as a side dish with rice. In this dish, cabbage and carrots are sautéed with coconut and spices, creating a delicious combination that is both nutritious and easy to prepare. This dish takes very little time to make and is a perfect addition to any meal, especially when served with rice and dal or sambar.
Cuisine: Kerala
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Carrot | 3, grated |
| Cabbage (Patta Gobhi) | 1/2, finely chopped |
| Onion | 1, finely chopped |
| Green Chilies | 4, slit in the middle |
| Turmeric Powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Cumin Powder (Jeera) | 1 tsp |
| Oil | 1 tbsp |
| Mustard Seeds (Rai) | 1/2 tsp |
| Coconut (Grated) | 1/2 cup |
| Curry Leaves (Kadi Patta) | 6 leaves |
| Salt | To taste |
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Instructions:
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Prep the Vegetables: Start by washing and peeling the carrots. Grate them finely. Finely chop the cabbage, onion, and slit the green chilies. Set them aside in a bowl.
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Spice Mixture: In the bowl, add the grated carrots, chopped cabbage, chopped onions, slit green chilies, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix everything together until well combined.
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Cooking the Thoran: Heat oil in a pan or kadai over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and let them crackle for about 10 seconds.
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Add Curry Leaves & Veggies: Add the curry leaves to the pan. Then, add the vegetable mixture and stir well. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
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Add Coconut: Once the vegetables are tender, add the grated coconut to the pan. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 3 minutes.
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Final Touches: After 3 minutes, remove the pan from the heat. The Cabbage and Carrot Thoran is now ready to serve.
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Serving Suggestion: Serve this delicious thoran hot with rice and mixed vegetable sambar or dal. You can also enjoy it with a dollop of ghee for an authentic Kerala meal.
This quick and easy recipe for Cabbage and Carrot Thoran brings the flavors of Kerala right to your plate. The combination of fresh vegetables, aromatic curry leaves, and coconut makes it a wholesome and delightful side dish perfect for any lunch.
