Beetroot Thoran (Coconut Beetroot Fry)


Well, we've all heard of the number of benefits in beetroot. Now, this one version of beetroot I like to eat with rice.

Ingredients:

Beetroot - 1 cup 
Oil - 1 tbs
Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
Shallots - 2-3
Green chilies -2
Curry leaves - few
Grated coconut - 1/2 cup
Water- 2 tbs

Directions:

  • Wash peel and grate beetroot.
  • In Pan, heat oil, add Mustard, and wait for it to splutter.
  • Then add the shallots, green chilies, curry leaves grated beetroot, and water. Mix all together and close the lid and cook for 2-3 mins. 
  • Open and add the grated coconut, mix and cook for 1 more minute and switch off the flame. Serve hot.







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