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Herbie makes Avial (Mixed Vegetable Curry) at Spice Village, Kumily, South India

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Avial

Cultural Context

Avial is a traditional dish from Kerala, India, often served during festivals and special occasions. It symbolizes the abundance of vegetables and is a staple in the Onam Sadya, a grand feast. The dish highlights the use of fresh, seasonal produce and is celebrated for its unique blend of flavors and textures. Today, Avial is enjoyed not only in Kerala but also across India, with variations emerging in different regions.

KeralaINKeralamain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup plantain, sliced
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup snake gourd, sliced
1 cup drumstick, cut into pieces
2 green chilies, slit
10 curry leaves
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 shallots, chopped
1 cup yogurt
1 cup grated coconut
2 tablespoons coconut oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: coconut yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Coconut yogurt is dairy-free and adds creaminess.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Seasonal vegetables are fresher and often cheaper.

1

Heat a pot and add half a cup of water.

2

Add chopped plantain, cucumber, snake gourd, and drumstick to the pot.

3

Add green chilies, curry leaves, turmeric, and salt to taste.

4

Stir the vegetables and let them gently simmer.

5

Crush cumin seeds (about half a teaspoon to a teaspoon) and add crushed shallots.

6

Mix the crushed cumin and shallots into a bowl with yogurt and grated coconut.

7

If using desiccated coconut, soak it in water to rehydrate before using.

8

Stir the yogurt and coconut mixture into the simmering vegetables.

9

Allow the mixture to cook until the vegetables are tender.

10

Heat a couple of teaspoons of coconut oil and add more curry leaves to temper.

11

Pour the tempered oil with curry leaves over the vegetable mixture.

Cooking Techniques

boilinggrindingtempering

Equipment Needed

potblenderfrying pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

AviyalAvialu

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