Grated Beetroot Thoran

Beetroot is a healthy veggie which contains potassium, magnesium and iron as well as vitamins A, B6 and C, and folic acid. Beets also contain carbohydrates, protein, powerful antioxidants and soluble fibre. Apart from having beetroots in salads and raithas, here is one stir fry recipe. Adding grated coconut is optional.

Ingredients:

• Beetroot Grated : 1 cup

• Garlic : 3 cloves pasted

• Grated Coconut : 2 tbsp

• Mustard Seeds : 1 tsp

• Urad Dal : 1/2 tsp

• Curry Leaves : 1 spring

• Oil : 1 tsp

• Salt : as to taste

Method:

Heat Oil in a pan and splutter mustard seeds, urad dal and curry leaves.

Add the grated beetroot to this and mix well with salt.

Sprinkle water on this and cook for some time.

When it is done, add the coconut to this and mix.

Serve with Rice.