Beetroot Thoran recipe

How to prepare. 

 Beetroot Thoran recipe 

 Ingredients:

➤2 cups grated beetroot

➤1/2 cup grated coconut

➤1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds

➤1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

➤2-3 green chilies, chopped

➤1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

➤1 sprig curry leaves

➤2 tablespoons coconut oil (or any cooking oil)

➤1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds (for tempering)

➤1/2 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)

➤A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

➤Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beetroot:

a. Peel and grate the beetroot. Set aside.

2. Grind the Coconut Mixture:

a. In a blender, combine grated coconut, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, green chilies, and turmeric powder.

b. Pulse it a few times to form a coarse mixture.

3. Cook the Beetroot:

a. Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.

b. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

c. Add urad dal and sauté until it turns golden brown.

d. Add asafoetida and curry leaves, and sauté for a few seconds.

e. Add the grated beetroot and mix well.

4. Add Coconut Mixture:

a. Add the ground coconut mixture to the beetroot in the pan.

b. Mix everything together, ensuring that the coconut mixture is evenly distributed.

5. Cook the Thoran:

a. Cover the pan with a lid and let the beetroot cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until the beetroot is tender but still has a slight crunch. This may take about 8-10 minutes.

6. Season with Salt:

a. Add salt to taste and mix well.

7. Prepare the Tempering:

a. In a separate small pan, heat a little oil.

b. Add mustard seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.

c. Pour this tempering over the prepared beetroot thoran and mix well.

8. Serve:

a. Beetroot Thoran is ready to be served. It pairs well with rice and other South Indian dishes.

Enjoy your flavorful and nutritious Beetroot Thoran!