Keralan Vegetable Stew Recipe

Name: Keralan Vegetable Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups chopped mixed vegetables (potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, french beans, and green bell peppers); 2 medium onions, sliced; 4 tablespoons oil; 4 whole green cardamoms; 4 whole cloves; 1 inch cinnamon stick; 2 green chilies, slit in half; 2 teaspoons gingerroot, julienned; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, coarsely crushed; 2 cups coconut milk; 2 cups water; 3 curry leaves; ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)

Servings: persons

4 cups chopped mixed vegetables (potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, french beans, and green bell peppers)
2 medium onions, sliced
4 tablespoons oil
4 whole green cardamoms
4 whole cloves
1 inch cinnamon stick
2 green chilies, slit in half
2 teaspoons gingerroot, julienned
1 teaspoon black peppercorns, coarsely crushed
2 cups coconut milk
2 cups water
3 curry leaves
½ teaspoon salt (to taste)

1
Heat the oil in a pan on medium level till it is hot.
2
Add the green cardamoms, cloves and cinnamon.
3
Fry for a few seconds.
4
Now add the green chilli(es), ginger and the sliced onions.
5
Saute on medium heat for 2 minute(s) or till the onions are transparent and soft.
6
Add the mixed vegetables, curry leaves, salt and water.
7
Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes or till the vegetables are cooked.
8
Add the peppercorns and the coconut milk.
9
Simmer on very low heat (so that the coconut milk does not curdle) for about 1 minute(s).
10
Serve with rice, coconut rice, or appam.

287

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups chopped mixed vegetables (potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, french beans, and green bell peppers), 2 medium onions, sliced, 4 tablespoons oil, 4 whole green cardamoms, and more.

Yes, Keralan Vegetable Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Keralan Vegetable Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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