September 30th, 2009 
Jisha 
If you to want to avoid coconut, then you can make Beans Mezhkkupuratti instead of Thoran. Sauteed beans can be prepared very quickly without any hassles. Ingredients Diced Beans – `1/2 lb (I use both fresh and frozen beans) Sliced Red Chillies – 4 Finely sliced Onions – 1 medium Curry Leaves – A sprig [...]
June 29th, 2009 Jisha 
Long Bean is known as Achinga Payru or Pacha Payru in Malayalam. Another common name for Long Bean is Yard Long Bean. It can be light green, dark green or purple in color. Tender Achinga has a wonderful taste when stir fried. When the bean is no longer fresh and becomes soggy, the seeds are [...]
September 16th, 2008 Jisha 
Thoran or Thokaran is a typical Kerala recipe which is made of vegetables and coconut. It is very nourishing and tasty. It is used as a side dish for rice. Here is the recipe for making Beans Thoran. Ingredients 1. Beans (Chopped into thin pieces) – 1/2 kg 2. Kunjulli (Shallots) – 4-5 3. Garlic [...]
July 31st, 2008 Jisha 
Here’s the recipe for a simple and tasty side dish for lunch. Beans and Potato Stir Fry or Mezhkkupuratti tastes wonderful. Ingredients 1. Beans (Thinly chopped) – 2 Cups 2. Potato (Diced into small cubes) – 1 Cup 3. Dry Red Chillies – 3 4. Onion (Thinly Sliced) – 1 medium 5. Curry Leaves – [...]
