Achinga Payar Mezhukkupuratti | Long Beans Stir Fry
A classic Kerala thoran where beans meets freshly grated coconut in a quick, dry stir-fry. Mustard seeds crackle in coconut oil, curry leaves crisp up, and the whole thing comes together in minutes.
Ingredientsfor 2 servings
- 20 nos Achinga payar
- 2 tsp Red Chilly Powder
- Salt, as needed
- Water, as needed
- 2 nos Onion — chopped
- 2 Cloves Garlic — crushed
- 2 nos Dry Red Chillies Cut in half
- Turmeric powder, a pinch
- Curry leaves, a few
- Coconut oil, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
In a vessel put the achinga payar, chilly powder, turmeric powder, required salt and little water. Bring to boil for a few minutes till payar is cooked.
Step 2
For tempering: Heat the oil in a kadai add red chillies, crushed garlic, curry leaves and onion. Let it cook for 2 minutes. Stir until onion turns slightly brown in colour.
Step 3
Add cooked achinga payar and check for salt. Stir everything together thoroughly and cook in low flame.
Step 4
Stir for 5 minutes until achinga turns slightly browned and dry.
Step 5
Now achinga payar mezhukkupuratti is ready to serve.
Tip
Shred the vegetable as fine as you can — the thinner the cuts, the better the thoran. A sharp knife makes all the difference.
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