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Murungai Poriyal

Experience the vibrant flavors of South India with this Murungai Poriyal recipe, a delightful drumstick and coconut stir-fry. This dish is not only easy to whip up, but it's also packed with nutrients and bursting with authentic flavors!

Latha Ramakrishnan
Community Member

Under 30 minutes

This recipe was submitted by a Tasty Community Member, and hasn’t been tested by the Tasty recipe team.Submit your own recipe here!
Murungai Poriyal

Under 30 minutes

This recipe was submitted by a Tasty Community Member, and hasn’t been tested by the Tasty recipe team.Submit your own recipe here!
Murungai Poriyal

Ingredients

for 2 servings

  • 2 cups murungai leaves (200 g), drumstick vegetable
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
  • 4 pieces garlic, crushed
  • 2 thai chilis, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • curry leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5 shallots, sliced
  • ½ cup water (120 mL)

Preparation

  1. Add oil to a pan.
  2. Add mustard, curry leaves, onion, garlic and sauté.
  3. Add the murungai leaves and stir for a few minutes.
  4. One softened slightly, add turmeric, salt and chillies. Add water.
  5. Upon boiling of the mixture, reduce to a simmer and cook with a lid on.
  6. *Note: If desired, add ¼ cup unsweetened grated coconut.
  7. Serve alongside steamed basmati or jasmine white rice and ghee.
  8. Enjoy!
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