Kerala Style Cabbage Thoran
 
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Indulge in authentic flavors of Kerala with this quick and satisfying Cabbage Thoran recipe. Flavored with ingredients like mustard seeds, curry leaves, roasted peanits and shredded coconut, its a treat to eat with plain steamed rice.
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Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 cups finely sliced green cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (or any vegetable oil)
  • 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
  • 10-12 fresh curry leaves
  • 3 small green chillies, slit lengthwise
  • 1 medium-sized onion, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
  • salt - to taste
  • ¾ cup freshly grated (or dried) coconut (flakes)
  • 1 cup parboiled chopped veggies (green beans, carrot, peas)
Directions
  1. In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add mustard seeds, reduce heat to medium-low, and allow the seeds to splutter.
  3. Then add the cumin seeds and the green curry leaves, and cook for about 15 seconds.
  4. Add the split green chillies and stir until fragrant, about fifteen more seconds. Add onions and cook, stirring constantly, until slightly softened, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the turmeric powder and stir vigorously for a few seconds so the oil turns yellow, then add the cabbage and salt and stir fry until just starting to wilt, about 1 minute.
  6. Put the lid on and let the cabbage cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  7. Remove lid, if the cabbage has released water, turn the heat up and dry it off. Once dry, add the grated coconut and stir until it's nicely mixed into the cabbage, about 30 seconds.
  8. Season to taste with salt if needed, and serve hot with white steamed rice for a quick and satisfying meal.
Notes
The traditional recipe does not include any vegetables, but I have added beans, carrots and peas to increase the nutritional value. You can choose to add any other veggies that you like.
Recipe by Fun and Food Cafe at https://www.funandfoodcafe.com/cabbage-recipe/