Avial
Indian Indian - Chutneys and Sides

Avial

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 3 cups mixed vegetables (drumstick, carrot, beans, plantain), cut into sticks
  • • 1 cup freshly grated coconut
  • • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • • 3 green chilies
  • • 1/2 cup sour yogurt
  • • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • • 8 curry leaves

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Cut the vegetables into uniform long sticks.

2
Phase 2

Boil the vegetables with the turmeric and a little salt until just tender.

3
Phase 3

Coarsely grind the coconut, cumin seeds, and green chilies.

4
Phase 4

Add the ground mixture to the vegetables and cook for 4-5 minutes on low heat.

5
Phase 5

Stir in the yogurt, remove from heat without boiling, then drizzle with coconut oil and add the curry leaves.

6
Phase 6

Serve warm as a sadhya side with steamed rice.