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Indian Beetroot Poriyal

A simple and healthy South Indian side dish made with grated beetroot, spices, and coconut.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 medium-sized beetroots, peeled and grated
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon urad dal
  • 1 dried red chili, broken into pieces
  • 1 pinch asafoetida (hing)
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated coconut

Instructions 

  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add urad dal, dried red chili, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté until the dal turns golden brown.
  3. Add the grated beetroot and salt. Mix well.
  4. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beetroot is cooked.
  5. Add grated coconut, mix well, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Serve hot as a side dish.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Beetroot, Poriyal, South Indian
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