Follow these steps for perfect results
Salt
to taste
Turmeric powder
Mustard seeds
Cumin powder
Cabbage
finely chopped
Green Chillies
slit
Fresh coconut
grated
Onion
finely chopped
Carrots
grated
Sunflower Oil
Curry leaves
Wash and prepare carrots and cabbage.
In a bowl, add grated carrots and chopped cabbage.
Add onions, green chilies, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the vegetable mixture.
Toss well to combine.
In a kadai, add oil and heat over medium flame.
Add mustard seeds once the oil is hot.
Once the mustards splutter, add curry leaves and the vegetable mixture.
Cook the mixture over medium flame with the lid covered for 10-12 minutes.
Once the vegetables are tender and cooked, add grated coconut.
Combine well and cook with the lid open for about 3 minutes until the dish is cooked.
Switch off the flame.
Serve hot with rice, sambar, and papad.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of green chilies to your preferred spice level.
Do not overcook the vegetables; they should retain some of their crunch.
Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra tanginess.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a bowl garnished with fresh curry leaves or coconut shavings.
Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.
Serve as a part of a Kerala Sadya meal.
Pairs well with the spices and coconut.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A common side dish in Kerala cuisine, often served as part of a Sadya.
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