Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
20 unit

Button mushrooms

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

4 tbsp

Fresh coconut

grated

4 unit

Shallots

2 unit

Green Chillies

5 unit

Curry leaves

0.5 tsp

Cumin seeds

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Cumin seeds

2 sprig

Curry leaves

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare all ingredients.

Step 2
~4 min

Grind the shallots, green chillies, curry leaves, and cumin seeds into a coarse paste with 1/3 cup water.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat oil in a kadai or pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Add mustard seeds; wait until they splutter.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the tempering ingredients (curry leaves, dry red chillies) and mix well.

Key Technique: Tempering
Step 6
~4 min

Add finely chopped mushrooms and turmeric powder; mix well.

Step 7
~4 min

Cook for 10-15 minutes until mushrooms release water and become tender.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the ground coconut paste and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Add salt to taste and stir.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve hot with steamed rice and Cheriya Ulli Sambar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.

Do not overcook the mushrooms; they should retain some texture.

For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of ghee at the end.

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 hot with steamed rice.

Serve with Cheriya Ulli Sambar.

Serve as a side dish with other Kerala meals.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kerala Sambar
Rasam
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kerala, India

Cultural Significance

Thoran is a common dish in Kerala cuisine, often served as a side dish for lunch or dinner.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weekday Lunch
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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