Mezhukkupuratti is a style of preparation of vegetables like Vendakka (Lady's finger/Okra), Kovakka(Ivy Gourd), Beans, Potato and Achinga Payar(String beans/Long beans),especially in erstwhile central Tranvancore region of Kerala. It's a popular side dish. It' basically a stir fry and very easy to make.
Preparation time - 10 minutes
Cooking time - 20 minutes
Ingredients :
Achinga payar (String Beans) - 3 cups
Shallots - 12-15
Garlic - 8-9 cloves
Red chilli powder -1 1/2 tsp
Curry leaves - 2 sprigs
Mustard seeds - 1 tsp
Salt - to taste
Method :
1. Wash, clean and cut the achinga payar to an inch long pieces. Keep aside.
2. Blend together shallots and garlic to a smooth paste.
3. Heat coconut oil in a pan, add the mustard seeds. When they stop crackling add the curry leaves and give it a quick stir. Add the paste and saute till the raw smell goes.
4. Add the achinga payar, red chilli powder and salt. Mix well. Close the lid for 8-10 minutes. But after 5 minutes open and see if water is required. If required sprinkle water and close and cook till done.
5. Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve hot with rice especially kanji [ rice soup] or chapatis.
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