CHEERA THORAN

Cheera (spinnach), cabbage, mathayila (pumpkin leaves) or any other leafy vegetable thoran can be prepared by this method.

INGREDIENTS

1. Cheera - 1 small bunch (1 1/2 cup when cut)
2. Puzhukkalari - 1 table spoon
3.Chopped onion - 2 table spoons
4. Green chillis - 2
5. Grated coconut - 1/4 cup
6. Coconut oil - 1 table spoon
7. Mustard seeds - 1/2 tea spoon
8. Turmeric powder - 1 pinch
9. Salt

METHOD

1. Wash and drain the spinnach. Cut the stem and leaves seperately. Split the chillis.

2. Heat oil in a pan and splutter the mustard seeds. Fry the rice.

3. Saute the onion and chillis for 3-4 minutes. Add the stem pieces and stir fry.

4. Add salt and turmeric powder.  Add the cut leaves and stir well. Close and cook for 2-3 minutes on low flame.

5. Add grated coconut, cover with the spinnach , close and cook again for 2-3 minutes (add 1 table spoon water if needed)

6. Remove the lid. Stir well and cook for 1 more minute.