Vendakka Thoran is an easy, delicious and simple Kerala style stir-fry or side dish made with okra/ladies fingers, fresh coconut, spices and coconut oil. This thoran recipe is so quick to make and perfect for Onam Sadya. If you are looking for more Onam Sadya Recipes then check the below recipes.
Few More Onam Recipes on the blog:
- Mathanga Thoran
- Vazhakka Thoran
- Mango Sambar
- Banana Chips
- Sharkara Upperi
- Ada Pradhaman
- Homemade Fresh Ada
- Avial
- Beetroot Pachadi
- Parippu Curry
- Cucumber Pulissery
How to Make Kerala Vendakka Thoran Recipe:
Vendakka Thoran Recipe - Kerala Style Okra Stir Fry Recipe
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
How to Make Kerala Vendakka Thoran Recipe. Kerala Style Okra Stir Fry with fresh coconut. An easy recipe for Onam Sadya
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Kerala, South Indian
Keyword:
authentic, Traditional
Servings: 4
Calories: 164 kcal
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups Okra / Ladies Finger sliced
- 1/2 cup Fresh Coconut
- 3 - 4 Green Chillies
- 6 Shallots
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Urad Dal
- 1 Garlic Clove optional
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
- 1 Sprig Curry Leaves
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Wash, wipe and slice the okra and set aside.
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Heat coconut oil in a frying pan. Add mustard seeds and urad dal and let them splutter. Add the curry leaves and saute for a few seconds.
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Add 3 chopped shallots to it and fry until transparent.
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Now add the chopped okra and saute for a minute.
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Sprinkle a very little water and cover with a lid. Let it cook on a low – medium flame until pieces are cooked.
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Keep stirring occasionally.
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Grind the remaining shallots, garlic clove, turmeric powder, fresh coconut, green chillies and cumin seeds to a little coarse paste and set aside.
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When the okra pieces are cooked, add the ground coconut mixture to it.
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Add salt and mix everything.
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Fry for 2 – 3 minutes and turn off the flame.
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Serve hot with rice.
Recipe Notes
Use coconut oil for the authentic flavor and taste.
Nutrition Facts
Vendakka Thoran Recipe - Kerala Style Okra Stir Fry Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g
15%
Saturated Fat 8g
40%
Sodium 125mg
5%
Potassium 422mg
12%
Total Carbohydrates 17g
6%
Dietary Fiber 6g
24%
Sugars 6g
Protein 3g
6%
Vitamin A
12.9%
Vitamin C
45.7%
Calcium
8.6%
Iron
8.1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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flavorful okras..loved your version
Never tried this version, looks good. I got to make this.