Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Boil Cabbage

   Boil water in a pan, add salt, and then tip in the finely chopped cabbage. Stir, cover, and cook for just one boil. Ensure not to overcook the cabbage to keep it crunchy.

2. 2.Strain Cabbage

   Once the cabbage has boiled for a minute, strain it immediately to remove excess water and set it aside.

3. 3.Prepare Tempering

   Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Once hot, add the tempering ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon urad dal, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, and 2-3 pinches of asafoetida (hing). Reduce the flame and let them crackle until the urad dal changes color.

4. 4.Add Aromatics and Turmeric

   Add 1-2 dry red chillies and 1 sprig of curry leaves to the tempering. Stir well. Then, add 1/8 teaspoon of turmeric powder and mix.

5. 5.Combine with Cabbage

   Add the boiled and strained cabbage to the pan with the tempering. Stir with a spatula to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

6. 6.Adjust Seasoning and Simmer

   Check the salt and add more if required. Cover the pan and let it simmer for a few minutes until any remaining moisture dries up.

7. 7.Add Coconut and Serve

   Finally, add 2-3 tablespoons of grated coconut and mix it thoroughly with the cabbage. Your Cabbage Poriyal is now ready to be served as a delicious side dish.