Murungai Poriyal
Experience the vibrant flavors of South India with this Murungai Poriyal recipe, a delightful drumstick and coconut stir-fry. This dish is not only easy to whip up, but it's also packed with nutrients and bursting with authentic flavors!
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Total Time
35 minutes
35 min
Prep Time
15 minutes
15 min
Cook Time
20 minutes
20 min
This recipe was submitted by a Tasty Community Member, and hasn’t been tested by the Tasty recipe team.Submit your own recipe here!
Total Time
35 minutes
35 min
Prep Time
15 minutes
15 min
Cook Time
20 minutes
20 min
This recipe was submitted by a Tasty Community Member, and hasn’t been tested by the Tasty recipe team.Submit your own recipe here!
Ingredients
for 2 servings
- 2 cups murungai leaves (200 g), drumstick vegetable
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
- 4 pieces garlic, crushed
- 2 thai chilis, chopped
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- curry leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5 shallots, sliced
- ½ cup water (120 mL)
Preparation
- Add oil to a pan.
- Add mustard, curry leaves, onion, garlic and sauté.
- Add the murungai leaves and stir for a few minutes.
- One softened slightly, add turmeric, salt and chillies. Add water.
- Upon boiling of the mixture, reduce to a simmer and cook with a lid on.
- *Note: If desired, add ¼ cup unsweetened grated coconut.
- Serve alongside steamed basmati or jasmine white rice and ghee.
- Enjoy!
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