Mezhukkupuratti | vendakkai curry is a tasty South Indian style poriyal variety. it takes around 10 minutes to prepare this poriyal-style curry. Tips & tricks to make Indian vegan style.
WASH AND WIPE THE OKRA
Always wash okra well then wipe it well with a kitchen towel. Chop and spread in the towel and make sure no moisture in vendakkai curry
What is Mezhukkupuratti
Mezhukkupuratti is a traditional Kerala dish from South India. It’s a dry stir-fry preparation. The vegetables are usually thinly sliced and cooked until they are tender.
Mezhukkupuratti Vs thoran
Mezhukkupuratti and Thoran are both South Indian dishes, but there are subtle differences between them. Mezhukkupuratti is a dry stir-fry where the vegetables are typically sliced or chopped and sautéed with spices until tender. On the other hand, Thoran is a dish where the vegetables are finely chopped, mixed with grated coconut and other seasonings, and then stir-fried.
Can I thin-cut okra?
Yes, you can chop the way you want. Based on that cooking time will vary.
Can I use garlic
Garlic gives amazing flavor to the Kerala style you can add it according to your taste.
Can I use regular onion?
Yes, you can use regular onion but small onion gives the best flavor.
Serving suggestion
It goes well as a side for kuzhambu, rasam, kootu, and variety rice
Shelf Life of vendakka stir fry
Stays good for 2 days
Is it spicy curry
We use chilli flakes to adjust according to your source level. You can also use green chilli or chilli powder.
OIL FOR BENDAKAYA FRY
I have used coconut oil. You can use sesame oil/ peanut oil or any oil of your choice.
PORIYAL RECIPE COLLECTION IN TMF
Ingredients
150 grams of okra 1 tablespoon coconut oil Required salt Curry leaves few 1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes 10 small onion
How to make Kerala-style vendakka Mezhukkupuratti with step-by-step pictures
Add oil and heat
When the oil turns hot, add curry leaves, chilli flakes; roast
Furthermore, add onion; saute till onion turns translucent
Furthermore, add salt; mix well and cook for a minute
Add vendakkai; mix well
Turn to medium-high flame; cook for 2 minutes
Mix well in between Turn to low flame and cook for 5-6 minutes until okra gets roasted
