Low Carb Beetroot Thoran
Transform your mealtime with the vibrant and wholesome flavors of Low Carb Beetroot Thoran, a ketogenic twist on the traditional South Indian side dish. This recipe showcases finely chopped beetroot sautéed with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, curry leaves, and turmeric, and elevated with a fragrant blend of grated coconut, garlic, and green chili. Cooked in nutrient-rich coconut oil, this dish is not only low in carbohydrates but also packed with fiber and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's the perfect addition to a healthy, balanced meal. Serve it as a side with steamed rice or pair it with your favorite low-carb main course for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Beetroot
- 50 grams Grated coconut
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Urad dal
- 2 pieces Dried red chili
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 1 piece Green chili
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
Instructions
Peel and finely chop the beetroot into small cubes.
In a blender, add grated coconut, green chili, garlic cloves, and cumin seeds. Blend into a coarse mixture without adding water.
Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
Add urad dal, dried red chili, and curry leaves. Sauté until the urad dal turns golden brown.
Add the chopped beetroot and turmeric powder. Sauté for a couple of minutes.
Cover the pan and let the beetroot cook on low flame for about 10 minutes or until tender. Stir occasionally.
Add salt and the coconut mixture to the cooked beetroot. Mix well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Turn off the heat and serve hot as a side dish with steamed rice or any low-carb main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.9 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1514 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1806 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
