Kadamba Poriyal | mixed veg poriyal
Kadamba Poriyal | Instant Pot Mixed Veg Poriyal | Cabbage Thengai Curry Without Coconut
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Kadamba Poriyal (Mixed Veg Poriyal) is a quick, healthy South Indian dry curry made with a mix of vegetables and a light tempering. This Instant Pot version cooks in just 1 minute, making it perfect for busy mornings. Instead of traditional coconut, this recipe uses almond flour, giving the poriyal a soft, nutty texture while keeping it vegan and protein‑rich.
With cabbage, carrots, beans, and peas, this colorful poriyal pairs beautifully with sambar, rasam, kuzhambu, curd rice, or chapati. Whether you call it kadamba poriyal, mixed veg poriyal, cabbage thengai curry, or veg thoran, this is one of the easiest weekday sides you can prepare. A great addition to your poriyal recipes and almond flour dishes.
Why use almond flour instead of coconut? Almond flour gives the same texture as coconut while adding protein and keeping the dish vegan.
Can I use regular grated coconut? Yes — replace almond flour with the same quantity of fresh or frozen coconut.
Why cook for only 1 minute in the Instant Pot? Small‑cut vegetables cook perfectly in 1 minute and stay crisp without turning mushy.
Can I use purple cabbage? Yes — both regular and purple cabbage work well.
Why turn off sauté mode before adding vegetables? If the pot stays hot, veggies may stick or burn before pressure cooking.
Can I add other vegetables? Yes — corn, bell peppers, zucchini, or beans‑carrot mix all work.
Why add sugar? A tiny pinch enhances flavor and helps retain color.
Can I skip tempering for an oil‑free version? Yes — the poriyal still tastes great without tempering.
What if there is extra water after cooking? Switch to sauté mode for 1 minute to evaporate moisture.
Can I double the quantity? Yes — the method works for any amount; keep water minimal.
Can I use frozen vegetables? Yes, but reduce water slightly since frozen veggies release moisture.
Is this recipe vegan? Yes — it uses coconut oil and almond flour.
Can I pack this for lunch? Absolutely — it stays fresh and pairs well with rice or chapati.
Can I use red chilli instead of green chilli? Yes — add red chilli during tempering for a different flavor.Poriyal recipes
Instant Pot Mixed Vegetable Curry | Kadhamba Kai Poriyal
Ingredients
- Cabbage- 1 cup
- Carrot - 1/2 cup
- Beans - 1/2 cup
- Peas - 1/3 cup
- Water - 2 tsp
- Turmeric powder - 1/8 tsp
- Salt - as needed
- Sugar - pinch
To temper:
- Coconut oil - 1 tsp
- Mustard seeds - 1/8 tsp
- Channa dal - 1/2 tsp
- Urad dal - 1/2 tsp
- Green chili - 2
- Curry leaves - few
- Asofetida - generous pinch
Instructions
- Turn on IP in sauté mode add oil and when the oil is hot add ingredients under “to temper” and let it crackle. Turn off the IP
- Add all the other ingredients one by one; mix well. Cook in manual mode - high temperature for one minute. Release the pressure manually
- Mix well and add almond flour
Video
Notes
- Grated Coconut can be added instead of almond flour
- Adjust the spice according to your taste
- red chilli can be used instead of green chilli
- The recipe works for any quantity
- Regular cabbage can be used instead of purple cabbage
- Turn off the IP before adding veggies else veggies might stick to the pan
- If you see some extra water in veggies cook in sauté mode for a minute
- Chop vegetables into smaller pieces
- If you want to release the pressure manually cook for 2 minutes and release
- If you skip tempering Poriyal can be made with zero oil
Ingredients:
Cabbage- 1 cup
Carrot – 1/2 cup
Beans – 1/2 cup
Peas – 1/3 cup
Water – 2 tsp
Turmeric powder – 1/8 tsp
Salt – as needed
Sugar – pinch
To temper:
Coconut oil – 1 tsp
Mustard seeds – 1/8 tsp
Channa dal – 1/2 tsp
Urad dal – 1/2 tsp
Green chili – 2
Curry leaves – few
Asofetida – generous pinch
How to make Kadamba poriyal with step-by-step pictures
- Turn on the IP in sauté mode add oil, and when the oil is hot add ingredients under “to temper” and let it crackle. Turn off the IP
- Add all the other ingredients one by one; mix well. Cook in manual mode – sealing at high temperature for one minute. Release the pressure immediately
- Mix well and add almond flour
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