Thandu Poriyal

Thandu poriyal is prepared using the thandu (stem) portion of thandu keerai. It is very tasty and easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

1 bunch thandu (thandu /stem portion of thandu keerai), finely chopped

2 Green Chilly, finely chopped

1 Onion, finely chopped

1/2 tsp Mustard

1 tsp Urad Dal

1 tsp Oil

1/2 cup Channa Dal (kadala Paruppu)

1 tsp grated coconut

Few curry leaves

Water

Salt

Preparation:

1. Pressure cook channa dal and keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a kadai, add mustard seed, urad dal and curry leaves.

3. Once the mustard starts to splutter, add onion and saute till the onion becomes golden brown.

4. Add the chopped thandu/ stem, salt and saute for a minute.

5. Sprinkle little water, cover and cook it on low flame till it is done.

6. Finally add the cooked channa dal and mix well.

7. Garnish with the grated coconut.