Keralan vegetable curry

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Keralan vegetable curry
60 min.
6
298kcal

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Embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant Keralan vegetable curry, a delightful dish that captures the essence of South Indian flavors. Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, it’s an ideal option for everyone to enjoy, whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet.

This curry is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of colors and textures, featuring a medley of seasonal vegetables like aubergine, carrot, and plantain, all simmered to perfection. Each bite is imbued with the aromatic spices of turmeric, cumin, and coriander, creating a warm and inviting experience that will tantalize your taste buds. The freshly grated coconut adds a creamy richness that beautifully complements the spices, making this dish truly unforgettable.

Ready in just 60 minutes, this recipe serves six and brings together friends and family for a cozy dining experience. From antipasti to a wholesome snack, this Keralan vegetable curry is versatile enough to be enjoyed at any meal. Top it off with a swirl of plain yogurt for a tangy finish, and sprinkle with extra coconut for that perfect touch. Dive into this delicious adventure and treat yourself to the tantalizing flavors of Kerala!

Ingredients

  • kg eggplant prepared cut into chunks
  • tsp turmeric 
  • small to 2 chilies slit whole split green chopped
  • tsp ground cumin 
  • tsp ground coriander 
  • 200 coconut flakes freshly grated (see step-by-step prep guide)
  • small onion chopped
  • 10  curry leaves 
  • 150 ml yogurt plain

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Place all the vegetables in a saucepan and cover with 500ml water.
  2. Add the turmeric and a pinch of salt and bring to the boil. Simmer for 20-25 mins until tender.
  3. Meanwhile, blend 4 chillies, the cumin, coriander, half the coconut, the onion and some seasoning in a food processor.
  4. When the vegetables are tender, add the paste, curry leaves and remaining chilli and simmer for 5 mins. Stir in the yogurt and very gently simmer for 1 min. Scatter with remaining coconut and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein6.44%
Fat64.29%
Carbs29.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.33
Glycemic Load
1.93
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.289565440753%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
142.82mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.89kcal
14.89%
Fat:22.87g
35.19%
Saturated Fat:19.71g
123.17%
Carbohydrates:23.43g
7.81%
Net Carbohydrates:11.19g
4.07%
Sugar:11.31g
12.57%
Cholesterol:3.37mg
1.12%
Sodium:153.86mg
6.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.16g
10.32%
Vitamin B3:20.54mg
102.71%
Manganese:1.39mg
69.66%
Folate:239.85µg
59.96%
Vitamin C:43.27mg
52.45%
Fiber:12.24g
48.95%
Copper:0.42mg
20.91%
Potassium:648.11mg
18.52%
Magnesium:61.6mg
15.4%
Phosphorus:141.98mg
14.2%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.85%
Iron:2.11mg
11.72%
Selenium:7.42µg
10.6%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.5%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.25%
Zinc:1.17mg
7.82%
Calcium:71.16mg
7.12%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.83%
Vitamin K:6.15µg
5.86%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.66%
Vitamin A:131.43IU
2.63%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.6%