Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 sprig

Curry leaves

2 tsp

Sunflower Oil

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 unit

Onion

chopped

2 cup

Broccoli

cut into small florets

1 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

Step 1
~4 min

Boil water in a saucepan and add a little oil.

Step 2
~4 min

Once boiling, turn off the heat, add broccoli florets, and blanch for 60 seconds.

Step 3
~4 min

Strain the water and set the broccoli aside.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat a nonstick pan with oil.

Step 5
~4 min

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, allowing them to splutter.

Step 6
~4 min

Add curry leaves and chopped onion and saute until onions are translucent and light brown.

Step 7
~4 min

Add blanched broccoli, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and salt.

Step 8
~4 min

Toss to combine and season to taste.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overcook the broccoli; it should retain some crunch.

Adjust the amount of red chilli powder to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 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 thali meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sambar
Rasam
Steamed Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tamil Nadu, India

Cultural Significance

Poriyal is a common side dish in South Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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