Vegan Avial
Discover the vibrant flavors of South India with this wholesome Vegan Avial recipe—a plant-based twist on the classic Kerala dish. Bursting with an assortment of nutrient-rich vegetables like carrot, green beans, yam, and white pumpkin, this dish is gently cooked and coated in a fragrant blend of freshly ground coconut, green chilies, and cumin seeds. The addition of aromatic curry leaves and a drizzle of coconut oil infuses the dish with authentic coastal flavors, making it light yet deeply satisfying. Ready in under 45 minutes, this naturally gluten-free and vegan dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice and is perfect for a comforting homemade meal or as part of a traditional South Indian feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Carrot
- 100 grams Green beans
- 1 stick Drumstick
- 100 grams Yam
- 1 medium Potato
- 100 grams White pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 cup Coconut, grated
- 2 small Green chili
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Peel and cut all vegetables (carrot, green beans, drumstick, yam, potato, white pumpkin) into 2-inch long strips.
In a large pot, add the cut vegetables, 1 cup of water, turmeric powder, and salt. Cover and cook on medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but not mushy.
While the vegetables are cooking, prepare the coconut paste by blending grated coconut, green chilies, and cumin seeds into a coarse mixture using a little water if necessary.
Once the vegetables are cooked, reduce the heat to low and add the coconut paste to the vegetables. Mix well to combine.
Add curry leaves and drizzle the coconut oil evenly over the mixture. Gently mix again.
Continue to cook on low heat for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Vegan Avial warm with steamed rice or as part of a South Indian feast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1641 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.9 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.0 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3083 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.7 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 3394 mg | 72% | |
*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.
