Muttakose Simamullanki Poriyal, also known as Cabbage Carrot Stir Fry, is a traditional South Indian dish made with cabbage and carrots. It is a simple and healthy dish that is typically spiced with a mixture of mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and other spices. It is often served as a side dish with rice or dosa.
Here is a basic recipe for making Muttakose Simamullanki Poriyal:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup grated coconut
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon urad dal
- 1 teaspoon chana dal
- 1 red chili, broken
- 2 dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon oil
- Salt, to taste
- A handful of chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, red chili, and dried red chilies. Let them crackle.
- Add the shredded cabbage and grated carrots, and stir well.
- Add salt, and mix well.
- Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add grated coconut and mix well.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or dosa.
Note: You can adjust the quantity of spices as per your taste preference.
Enjoy your delicious Muttakose Simamullanki Poriyal, a perfect combination of flavors and textures.