Cherupayar thoran | Pacha payaru thoran

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Cherupayaru Thoran is a traditional vegetarian dish from Kerala, South India, that's packed with nutrition and flavor. This easy-to-make recipe features green mung beans (cherupayaru), grated coconut, and a blend of aromatic spices, making it a delicious and healthy addition to any meal. Cherupayaru Thoran is also a great source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, making it a popular choice among health-conscious individuals. Whether you're a fan of Kerala cuisine or just looking for a tasty and nutritious vegetarian option, Pacha payaru thoran is a must-try dish that's sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Why moong bean curry

Cherupayaru is a great source of protein, dietary fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy addition to any diet. It's also low in fat and calories, making it an excellent option for weight management. In addition, cherupayaru is gluten-free, making it a great alternative to other grains for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

soaking moong bean

Yes, it's recommended to soak the moong beans (cherupayaru) before using them in the curry. Soaking the beans will help to reduce the cooking time and also make them easier to digest. You can soak the beans in water for at least 3-4 hours or overnight, then drain and rinse them before adding them to the curry. This will ensure that the beans cook evenly and the curry turns out delicious.

Serving suggestion

Pacha payaru curry is a delicious and nutritious side dish that pairs well with a variety of other dishes. You can mix it with rice and make for a kid's lunch or serve it as a side with rice or roti.

VAraitions for green moon bean stir fry

It is a versatile dish that can be customized in a number of ways to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few variations you can try:

1. Coconut-free: If you're not a fan of coconut, you can skip it altogether or replace it with roasted peanuts or cashews for added crunch
2. Spicy: To give the thoran an extra kick of heat, you can add extra green chilies or red chili flakes, or red chili powder
3. Herbs: You can add fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or mint to the thoran for added flavor and nutrition
4. No onion no garlic: skip onion and garlic for festive days cooking
5. Vegetables: Cherupayaru thoran can also be made with vegetables like cabbage, carrots, or potatoes for added texture and nutrition

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Ingredients:

1/2 cup green moong beans | cherupayaru | pachai payaru

1 cup + 1/4 cup water

1/4 teaspoon sesame oil

Required Salt

1/3 cup coconut, tightly pressed

10 small onions, finely chopped

2 garlic

2 green chilies, chopped

1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder

1/2 tablespoon coconut oil

Curry leaves

How to make Cherupayar thoran with step-by-step pictures 

• First,  Rinse the green moong beans thoroughly and soak them in 1 cup of water for overnight or  at least 3-4 hours

• In a pressure cooker, add the soaked moong beans, 1/4 cup of water, salt, and sesame oil. Pressure cook for 3 whistles or until the beans are cooked and soft

• Do natural pressure release and transfer to a colander
• Crush cumin seeds, small onion, and garlic

• Furthermore add green chilli, coconut, and turmeric powder; crush again

• In a separate pan, add coconut oil and heat

• Furthermore, add the mustard seeds and splutter

• Add curry leaves and red chilli; roast

• Furthermore, add crushed mixtures; mix well and roast for 3 minutes till the raw smell goes off and moisture evaporates

• Add cooked moong beans and mix well

• cook for 2 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup green moong beans | cherupayaru | pachai payaru
• 1 cup + 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
• Required Salt
• 1/3 cup coconut tightly pressed
• 10 small onions finely chopped
• 2 garlic
• 2 green chilies chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil
• Curry leaves

Instructions

• First,  Rinse the green moong beans thoroughly and soak them in 1 cup of water for overnight or  at least 3-4 hours
• In a pressure cooker, add the soaked moong beans, 1/4 cup of water, salt, and sesame oil. Pressure cook for 3 whistles or until the beans are cooked and soft
• Do natural pressure release and transfer to a colander
• Crush cumin seeds, small onion, and garlic
• Furthermore add green chilli, coconut, and turmeric powder; crush again
• In a separate pan, add coconut oil and heat
• Furthermore, add the mustard seeds and splutter
• Add curry leaves and red chilli; roast
• Furthermore, add crushed mixtures; mix well and roast for 3 minutes till the raw smell goes off and moisture evaporates
• Add cooked moong beans and mix well
• cook for 2 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally

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Notes

few variations

1. Coconut-free: If you're not a fan of coconut, you can skip it altogether or replace it with roasted peanuts or cashews for added crunch
2. Spicy: To give the thoran an extra kick of heat, you can add extra green chilies or red chili flakes, or red chili powder
3. Herbs: You can add fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or mint to the thoran for added flavor and nutrition
4. No onion no garlic: skip onion and garlic for festive days cooking
5. Vegetables: Cherupayaru thoran can also be made with vegetables like cabbage, carrots, or potatoes for added texture and nutrition

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