Keralan Stir-Fried Beets Recipe

Name: Keralan Stir-Fried Beets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup finely grated dried unsweetened coconut; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 serrano or Thai chile, cut in half lengthwise; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1/3 cup water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 2 whole dried red chiles; 10 curry leaves or 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon long-grain rice; 4 large beets (about 2 pounds), peeled and coarsely grated

Servings: persons

1 cup finely grated dried unsweetened coconut
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 serrano or Thai chile, cut in half lengthwise
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 whole dried red chiles
10 curry leaves or 2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon long-grain rice
4 large beets (about 2 pounds), peeled and coarsely grated

1
In a small bowl, combine the coconut, garlic, serrano chile, salt, cumin, cayenne and turmeric with the water.
2
Set aside.
3
In a large wok, warm the oil over moderately high heat.
4
Add the mustard seeds, dried red chiles and curry leaves and cover.
5
When the mustard seeds begin to pop, add the rice and stir until the rice just turns opaque, about 5 seconds.
6
Add the beets and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until barely softened.
7
Add the coconut mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beets are just tender, about 5 minutes.
8
Serve at once.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup finely grated dried unsweetened coconut, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 serrano or Thai chile, cut in half lengthwise, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Keralan Stir-Fried Beets falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Keralan Stir-Fried Beets

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