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Cabbage And Carrot Thoran

Cabbage and carrot thoran is a simple and tasty Kerala side dish. This Indian cabbage recipe topped with grated coconut is a quick and healthy stir-fry.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Kerala
Servings: 4
Calories: 87kcal
Author: Anjali Rajan

Ingredients

  • Cabbage – 2 cups finely chopped
  • Carrots – ½ cup finely chopped
  • Green chillies – 3-4 finely chopped
  • Crushed garlic - 2-3 pods
  • Crushed cumin seeds - ½ tsp
  • Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
  • Onion/shallots - ¼ cup finely chopped
  • Turmeric powder - ¼ tsp
  • Curry Leaves – 4-5
  • Grated coconut – ½ cup
  • Refined oil – 1 tbsp
  • Water – ¼ cup
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a pan and toss in mustard seeds. Once they start to splutter, add chopped onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped cabbage, carrots and green chilies. Stir for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add turmeric powder, water and salt to taste. Mix well and cook on medium flame for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the grated coconut and close the lid. Cook for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the crushed cumin seeds, garlic, curry leaves and close the lid. Cook for about 2 minutes or until it is dry.
  • Serve cabbage and carrot thoran with hot rice and papad.