Beetroot Poriyal Recipe | Healthy South Indian Stir-Fry

Hey Foodies!

Do you enjoy beetroot? It is a root vegetable with a brilliant red color and a flavor that is distinctly earthy. If you think that beetroot is only meant for salads and soups, then have you ever tried it in a different way? If not, then get ready for our new recipe. It is prepared using beets in a wholly Indian style, along with tadka and other ingredients, and we kid you not when we say it is divinely good, not to mention its nutrient content. Without further ado let’s get started with the recipe.

Ingredients

• Cold press coconut oil – 1 tablespoon
• Mustard seeds – 1 teaspoon
• Urad dal/Split washed black gram – 1 teaspoon
• Chana dal/Split Bengal gram – 1 teaspoon
• Asafoetida/Hing – ¼ teaspoon
• Green chili – 2-3 (finely chopped)
• Dried red chili – 2 (whole)
• Curry leaves – 8-10
• Beetroot – 2 medium-sized (small diced)
• Turmeric – ½ teaspoon
• Salt – 1 teaspoon
• Water – ¼ cup
• Coconut – ¼ cup (shredded)
• Dulse – 1 teaspoon

Preparation time: 30-40 minutes

Instructions

We know that you might not have heard about this recipe. That’s why we have listed below some instructions. These are very simple, and we want you to perfect this dish just like we do. So let’s take a look at the instructions.

• Take a pan and heat it
• Add oil and mustard seeds
• Let them crackle
• Now add urad dal,chana dal and roast them till they become light brown
• Add asafetida, curry leaves, green chili, and red chili for that extra punch of flavors
• Now add the star of the recipe, i.e., beetroot
• Add salt, turmeric, and water
• Mix everything together
• Cover it with a lid
• Let it cook for 8-10 minutes on medium flame
• Open the lid and stir it
• Check if the beetroot pieces still feels firm
• Again, cover it with a lid
• Let it cook for 4-5 minutes on medium flame
• Open the lid and stir it
• Make sure that all water is absorbed
• Now add shredded coconut and dulse
• Mix everything together
• Your beetroot poriyal is ready
• Serve it and top it with some coconut

Love to eat beetroots and looking for some interesting options try this yummy beetroot halwa.

Benefits

With rice and roti, this beetroot poriyal is a perfect addition to your lunch and dinner. This recipe not only tastes delicious but also the ingredients used in the recipe are full of nutrients. Let’s take a look at what this recipe brings to the table.

Beetroot: This root vegetable is packed with antioxidants that protect your body from cellular damage. It also lowers any potential risks of heart disease and certain cancers. It is rich in nitrates, which naturally lower high blood pressure. It also increases blood circulation to your muscles and improves your stamina. It is rich in fibers that not only improve your gut microbiome but also strengthen your immune system.

Coconut: Coconut is a great source of healthy fat that gives you instant energy. It helps in losing weight. Its flesh contains good cholesterol, which is great for your heart. It is rich in fiber that helps in lowering blood sugar levels in the body. It is rich in antioxidants, which combat any cellular damage caused by free radicals.

Dulse: It is primarily used as a flavoring agent in salads and soups, but it is packed with nutrients. It is a great source of iodine, which prevents thyroid disorders. It is rich in vitamin A, which strengthens your vision and also prevents muscular degeneration in the eyes due to aging. It is also rich in vitamin C, which boosts collagen formation in the body. It aids in lowering high blood pressure and also improves digestion.

Don’t you find these benefits amazing? So next time you see some beetroot lying in your fridge, you know what to prepare for your next meal. Try out our recipe for beetroot poriyal; it might become your favorite dish.

Looking for some healthy kids tiffin options try this onion tomato recipe.

Referencers

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8565237/#:~:text=These%20bioactive%20phytonutrients%20have%20been,effective%20antioxidant%20extracted%20from%20beetroot.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5044790/#:~:text=DebMandal%20and%20Mandal10%20report%20that%20coconut%20oil%20is%20rich,the%20biosynthesis%20and%20transport%20of
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6891576/#:~:text=Dulse%20is%20reported%20to%20contain,potential%20to%20prevent%20pathological%20states.