Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare the Cabbage

   Wash 1/4 kg of purple cabbage thoroughly. Cut it into smaller pieces and then chop it finely using a chopper or by hand.

2. 2.Fry Chana Dal

   Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan. Add 1.5 tablespoons of chana dal and fry until crispy and golden brown. Transfer the fried chana dal to a separate bowl and set aside.

3. 3.Prepare Tempering

   In the same pan with the remaining oil, add 1/2 teaspoon each of mustard seeds and urad dal. Once they splutter, add 2 red chilies and a few curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.

4. 4.Sauté Onion

   Add 1 big-sized chopped onion to the pan. Sauté until it turns soft. Add salt to taste and mix well.

5. 5.Cook Cabbage

   Add the finely chopped purple cabbage to the pan. Mix well with the tempering and onion. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on medium flame for 5 minutes. Stir occasionally during cooking to ensure even doneness.

6. 6.Finish the Poriyal

   After 5 minutes, uncover the pan and check if the cabbage is cooked through. Add 1 handful of grated coconut and the previously fried chana dal. Mix everything well and turn off the heat.

7. 7.Serve

   Your delicious Purple Cabbage Poriyal is ready to serve! Enjoy it as a healthy side dish.