Sadya : Fried Vegetable (Mezhukkupuratti)  
 
 

Fried Vegetables (Mezhukkupuratti)

Mezhukkupuratti is a curry made up of fried vegetables. Use of red chilli powder depends upon personnel perference. You can make the same curry using string beans, ridge gourd, ladies fingers, gherkins, plantains, etc.

Sl.No Ingredients Quantity PreCooking Preperation
1 Turmeric Powder 1/4 teaspoon
2 Red Chilli Powder 1/3 teaspoon
2 Salt To taste
3 French Beans 2 cups Cut into 1/2 inch long pieces
4 Green Chillies 3 or 4 Cut into 1/2 inch long pieces
5 Onion 1 medium sized Cut into 1/2 inch long slices
7 Oil 1 tablespoon
8 Mustard Seeds 1/2 teaspoon  
9 Curry Leaves 1 stalk  
Preparation
  1. In a heavy bottomed vessel, heat oil, add the mustard seeds, and wait till they sputter.
  2. Add the onions, green chillies, and curry leaves, fry them till onion becomes golden brown.
  3. Add the french beans, and cook at a low heat, without adding  water, mix in between.
  4. When almost cooked, increase the heat, so that the curry dries up.
  5. Serve hot rice.

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