Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 unit

Carrot

grated

0.5 unit

Cabbage

finely chopped

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

4 unit

Green Chili

slit

0.5 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

1 tbsp

Oil

0.5 tsp

Mustard Seeds

0.5 cup

Coconut

grated

6 unit

Curry Leaves

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~4 min

Wash and chop the cabbage and carrots.

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, combine carrots, cabbage, onion, green chilies, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

Step 3
~4 min

Mix well.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan or kadhai.

Step 5
~4 min

Add mustard seeds and let them splutter for 10 seconds.

Step 6
~4 min

Add curry leaves and the vegetable mixture.

Step 7
~4 min

Mix well, cover the pan, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8
~4 min

Add grated coconut.

Step 9
~4 min

Mix well and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Turn off the heat and serve hot.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve with mixed vegetable sambar, rice, and ghee for lunch.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies to your spice preference.

Do not overcook the vegetables, they should retain some crunch.

Roast the coconut lightly before adding for a more intense flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.

Serve as part of a Kerala Sadhya (feast).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sambar
Rasam
Papadum

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

A common dish in Kerala cuisine, often served as part of a traditional sadhya.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Onam
Vishu

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Side Dish
Everyday Cooking

Popularity Score

60/100

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