Green peas thoran/ stir fry

Green peas thoran, is a coconut based green peas dish. This tangy masala flavored dry curry, is usually eats with rice.  I prefer to prepare this dish with fresh if it is available in the market. You can prepare it with frozen peas, but there is a taste difference. 

It is very important to not to overcook peas while preparing this recipe. Let see how to prepare this Kerala style thoran/ stir fry at your home.

Ingredients 

1. Green peas - 250 grams
2. Onions - 2 medium-sized
3. Green chilies - 3-4 
4. Grated coconut - ½ cup
5. Salt to taste
6. Red chili powder - 1 tablespoon
7. Coriander powder -  1 ½ tablespoon
8. Garam masala - 1 small tablespoon 
9. Curry leafs - 1 spring

For tampering

1. Oil - 2 tablespoon
2. Mustard seeds -  ½ tablespoon
3. Chopped shallots - 2 

Instructions

• In a deep vessel add green peas, onion, green chilies and water to it. Close the lid and let it cook

• Once green peas are half done, add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to it. Mix well

• Once green peas are cooked well add garam masala, coriander powder and grated coconut to it. Stir a few minutes until well mixed.

• Add shallots and mustard seeds in hot oil. When it starts sizzling, pour it over the dish.

• Tasty Green peas thoran/ stir fry is ready. Serve hot with rice/ chapatis