Chena Thoran / Yam Stir fry
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Chena Thoran … A Simple & Mildly Spiced Yam Stir Fry with Coconut and Spices, served as a side with Steamed Rice!
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Indian, Kerala
Keyword:
chena thoran, kerala, thoran
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 340 gm chena / elephant yam / suran
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp cumin seeds
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp fennel seeds / പെരുംജീരകം (roasted & powdered)
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 2 dry red chilies
- 1 sprig of curry leaves
- Water (as required)
- Salt (as required)
- Oil (as required)
Instructions
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Scrub, clean, and peel off the skin of yam. Cut the yam into small cubes.
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In a saucepan, cook the yam by boiling in enough water and salt until it is soft. Do not overcook, it should hold its shape.
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Grind coconut, garlic, cumin seeds, chili powder and turmeric powder to a smooth paste. Keep aside.
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In a kadai / pan, splutter mustard seeds and add curry leaves and dry red chilies.
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Add the cooked yam, along with grinded coconut paste, mix well and close the lid to cook for 2 minutes in low flame.
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Add fennel powder, toss well and check for the seasoning. Cook for another 2 minutes in low flame and switch it off.
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Serve with steamed rice and tempered buttermilk on side. Enjoy!
Notes
• Using coconut oil is recommended for all authentic Kerala recipes.
• Adjust the quantity of chili powder used, suiting your spice levels.
• You can also use frozen yam (daily delight brand) for making this recipe.