Description
Kerala’s classic cabbage and carrot thoran delivers a symphony of spices and textures from South Indian cuisine. Crisp vegetables dance with coconut and aromatic seasonings, offering you a delightful side dish that celebrates fresh, simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 small head cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 large carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup grated fresh coconut
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 1–2 dried red chilies (optional)
- A few curry leaves (optional)
Cooking Fat:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Warm coconut oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature until shimmering.
- Introduce mustard and cumin seeds, allowing them to crackle and release their aromatic essence. Immediately incorporate dried red chilies and fragrant curry leaves.
- Cascade shredded cabbage and grated carrot into the pan, thoroughly mixing to distribute spices evenly.
- Dust turmeric powder and salt across the vegetable mixture, creating a golden-hued coating.
- Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring consistently to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking. Maintain a slight crispness in the texture.
- Fold fresh grated coconut into the thoran, continuing to cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors and enhance moisture.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning with extra salt or spices if desired.
- Transfer the vibrant, aromatic thoran to a serving dish, presenting it while still warm to maximize flavor and texture.
Notes
- Select fresh, crisp cabbage and carrots for the best texture and flavor in your thoran.
- Toast whole spices briefly to release their aromatic oils and enhance the overall taste profile of the dish.
- Grate coconut just before adding to maintain its moisture and vibrant freshness.
- Keep the cooking time short to preserve the vegetables’ nutrients and maintain a slight crunch, preventing them from becoming mushy or losing their bright colors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg