Avial

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mixed vegetables, cut into strips (yam, carrots, beans, drumsticks, raw banana)
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• Salt to taste

To Grind:

• 1 cup Grated coconut
• 2-3 Green chilies
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds

For Tempering:

• 1/2 cup Yogurt, whisked
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1 sprig Curry leaves

Instructions

1. Cook the mixed vegetables with turmeric powder and salt in a little water until they are tender but still firm.
2. Grind the coconut, green chilies, and cumin seeds to a coarse paste without adding much water.
3. Add the ground coconut paste to the cooked vegetables and mix gently. Cook for 5 minutes until the raw smell of the coconut disappears.
4. Turn off the heat. Add the whisked yogurt and mix well. Do not boil after adding yogurt.
5. In a separate small pan, heat the coconut oil. Add the curry leaves and let them splutter.
6. Pour this tempering over the Avial.
7. Cover and let it sit for a few minutes for the flavors to meld. Serve hot.