What is cabbage poriyal?

Cabbage Poriyal is a Tamil Brahmin-style stir fry dish from the Palakkad Cuisine. It’s made with chopped cabbage, basic South Indian seasonings like mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves, salt, and freshly grated coconut.  This quick and easy recipe is loved for its minimal ingredient list and delicious taste. Made with coconut oil, it’s also naturally vegan and gluten-free.

Why you’ll love this Poriyal recipe?

Quick and easy to make with minimal ingredientsTakes only less than 30 minutes from start to finishIdeal for feeding a crowd, a popular choice for Onam Sadya or VishuVegan and Gluten-free, suitable for those with dietary restrictionsGoes well with Rotis or yogurt flatbreads, making it a versatile side dish optionA delicious addition to your south Indian meal with its unique and fresh flavors

Tips to make the best cabbage poriyal recipe

Chopping the Cabbage Uniformly: To make the best cabbage poriyal recipe, it’s important to chop the cabbage evenly. You can shred it using a mandoline slicer and then chop it further with a knife, or chop the white cabbage evenly if you have good knife skills. When the cabbage is cut evenly, it cooks evenly and gives a uniform texture to the dish.Combination of Cabbage and Peas: Adding green peas to the poriyal recipe elevates the flavor. The combination of cabbage and peas is a perfect match that adds an extra layer of flavor to the dish.Grated Coconut: The use of freshly grated coconut or frozen grated coconut is essential in this recipe. Thaw the frozen grated coconut before use. Never use desiccated coconut in poriyal recipes.Seasoning: The seasoning is what makes a poriyal recipe taste perfect. The tempering ingredients like mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves, and salt are essential in this recipe. These ingredients give the dish the authentic flavor of South Indian cuisine.

Serving Suggestions

Cabbage poriyal pairs well with rice, roti, or flatbreads.Yogurt or raita makes for a good cooling contrast to the spices in the poriyal.Serve as a side dish along with dal, sambar, or other Indian curries.

Storing leftover cabbage poriyal

Fridge: Store the Leftover cabbage poriyal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Freezer: To freeze the poriyal, place it in a freezer-safe container in the freezer. It will last for up to 2-3 months. Note: that the recipe contains coconut, which will shorten its shelf life.

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