Cheera Thoran

Cheera Thoran

Ingredients

1. Garlic -2 pods
2. Turmeric powder - ¼ teaspoon
3. Chilli powder - 1/4 teaspoon
4. Coconut (grated)- 1 cup
5. Refined vegetable oil -2 tablespoon
6. Mustard seeds -½ teaspoon
7. Dry red chillies (halved) - 2 nos
8. Curry leaves - 1 sprig
9. Spinach (finely chopped) -3 cups
10. Green chilli (finely chopped) -1 teaspoon
11. Salt -to taste

Preparation Method

1. In a mixer, grind garlic, turmeric powder, chilli powder and coconut coarsely.
2. Heat oil and splutter mustard seeds.
3. Add red chillies and curry leaves.
4. Add the chopped spinach and green chilli.
5. Sprinkle a little water and salt. Cover the pan.
6. When steam rises, add the ground masala into the centre and cover it with spinach.
7. Close the pan and continue cooking till it steams again.
8. Open and stir gently till the water is absorbed. Serve hot.