Cheera Thoran Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 bunches of spinach (500g) 2 bunches of spinach (500g)
• 1 cup (240ml) grated coconut 1 cup (240ml) grated coconut
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt to taste Salt to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 4g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Wash the spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Chop the spinach leaves into small pieces.
2. 2.
   Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter.
3. 3.
   Add chopped onions, minced garlic, and green chilies to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
4. 4.
   Add turmeric powder and mix well.
5. 5.
   Add the chopped spinach to the pan and stir-fry for a few minutes until it wilts down.
6. 6.
   Add grated coconut and salt. Mix everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. 7.
   Remove from heat and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Spinach — Make sure to wash the spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Remove the tough stems before chopping the leaves.
• Coconut — Use freshly grated coconut for the best flavor. If fresh coconut is not available, you can use unsweetened desiccated coconut as a substitute.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
• Adjust the spiciness by adding more or fewer green chilies according to your preference.
• If you prefer a softer texture, you can cook the spinach for a longer time until it becomes completely tender.

Serving advice

Cheera Thoran is best served hot as a side dish with steamed rice or Indian bread like roti or chapati. It can also be enjoyed as a main course with some lentils or dal.

Presentation advice

Garnish the Cheera Thoran with a sprinkle of freshly grated coconut and a few curry leaves to add a pop of color and enhance the visual appeal of the dish.