Cabbage Thoran is a traditional South Indian dish made with finely shredded cabbage, coconut, and spices. It’s a quick and flavorful side dish that pairs well with rice or roti. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups finely shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup grated coconut
- 1 green chili, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2-3 dry red chilies
- 1 sprig curry leaves
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or any cooking oil
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add cumin seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped green chili and shredded cabbage to the pan. Mix well.
- Add turmeric powder and salt. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Cover the pan and let the cabbage cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft but still retains some crunchiness.
- Once the cabbage is cooked, add grated coconut to the pan. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Adjust salt if necessary and remove from heat.
- Serve hot as a side dish with rice or roti.
Cabbage Thoran is a nutritious and delicious dish with a perfect balance of flavors. It’s simple to make and pairs well with any South Indian meal.
