Ingredients

• 1/2 cup - ( 5 tbsp ) - grated coconut
• 1/2 tsp - turmeric powder
• 3/4 tsp - red chilli powder
• 6 cloves garlic, chopped and crushed
• Mix all the ingredients together and keep aside.
• Other ingredients
• 1 tbsp- oil
• 1/2 tsp -mustard seeds
• 1/4 tsp- jeera (cumin seeds)
• 1/4 tsp- urad dal
• 1 -onion, finely sliced
• 3 - 4 -medium size vazhuthananga (brinjal / baingan), cut into cubes
• 3/4 tsp -salt (or to taste)
• 2 tbsp -water

How to Make Vazhuthananga Thoran

• Heat oil in a non-stick kadai and add mustard seeds.
• When they start to splutter add urad dal, jeera and saute on a low heat for 2 minute or until they turn brown.
• Add sliced onion and fry till golden colour.
• Add vazhuthananga pieces and sprinkle 2 tbsp water.
• Cover with a lid and cook on a low heat for 8 minutes until tender.
• Now add grated coconut mix and salt to taste.
• Mix well, cover and cook again for 7- 8 minutes until done and water dries up.
• Serve as a side dish with rice / fish curry meals.
• Recipe Courtesy: Niya's World