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Pavakka (Bitter Gourd) Thoran

Ingredients: 1 large bitter gourd (Pavakka), finely chopped 1 cup grated coconut 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 2 green chilies, diagonally sliced A few curry leaves 1 tablespoon coconut oil 3/4 teaspoon mustard seeds 2 dried red chilies, broken Salt to taste Instructions: In a bowl, combine the finely chopped bitter gourd with the ingredients…

Kerala Cheera Thoran

Ingredients: 4 cups of chopped Cheera (amaranth leaves), washed and drained 1/2 cup grated coconut 2-3 green chilies, chopped 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 2-3 shallots, thinly sliced (optional) 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced (optional) A few curry leaves 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to your spice…