METHI LEAF THORAN

Methi leaves are known to have many medicinal properties. I got this recipe from my mom, more onion and grated coconut suppress bitterness of the fenugreek leaves. 

Fenugreek leaves (methi patta in hindi, uluva ila in malayalam) are abundantly found in Indian vegetable markets.  It is a highly nutritious and body cooling vegetable.  Eating fenugreek leaves at least three times a week would help you develop good health with proper digestion. As fenugreek leaves are iron rich, eating it regularly would help meet your iron requirements.

Ingredients

2 cups tender methi leaves

1/2 cup grated coconut

1/2 tsp turmeric

1 tsp chili ;powder

1 tsp cumin seeds

2 cloves garlic 

1 tsp mustard seed

2 tsp coconut oil

1 tsp raw rice

salt as per taste

Method

Clean the fenugreek leaves and wash them properly and soak it in water fpr 8-10 minutes. Chop th leaves fienly along with tender stalks.

Grind coconut, garlic, turmeric, cumin seeds,chili powder and salt.

Now heat the oil in a pan, when it is hot add the raw rice and  mustard seeds .

Then add the methi leaves along with the ground coconut mixture ,mix well. 

Close the lid and let it cook in the steam, you may add 1 to 2 tsp of water if its very dry.

Methi thoran is ready to be served with rice.