Paleo Cabbage Thoran
Brighten up your Paleo dining table with this vibrant and flavorful Paleo Cabbage Thoran! A spin on a traditional South Indian stir-fry, this dish combines finely shredded cabbage with the nutty richness of freshly grated coconut, aromatic curry leaves, and a hint of spice from mustard seeds and green chili. Cooked in coconut oil and flavored with turmeric, cumin, and dry red chilies, this Paleo-friendly recipe offers a wholesome, gluten-free, and dairy-free side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. With a perfect balance of crunch and fragrant spices, it pairs wonderfully with grilled proteins, cauliflower rice, or as a light standalone meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Cabbage Thoran is your go-to recipe for a quick, healthy, and satisfying dish inspired by South Indian cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head, shredded cabbage
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 whole dry red chilies
- 10 leaves curry leaves
- 1 small, finely chopped onion
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 cup coconut, freshly grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 finely chopped green chili
Instructions
Begin by preparing your vegetables. Shred the cabbage finely and set it aside. Finely chop the onion and green chili.
Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
Once the mustard seeds start to splutter, add the dry red chilies and curry leaves. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chopped onion and green chili to the pan. Sauté until the onion turns translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the turmeric powder and stir well to combine.
Now, add the shredded cabbage to the pan. Mix well, ensuring the cabbage is coated with the spices.
Season with salt and continue to cook the cabbage on medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10-12 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crunchy.
Add the freshly grated coconut and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and transfer the cabbage thoran to a serving dish.
Serve hot as a side dish or as part of a Paleo meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.9 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.8 g | 474% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1332 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.0 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2122 mg | 45% | |
*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.
