Broccoli Curry

Broccoli, also called as popularly "Green Cauliflower"  is a powerhouse of nutrients. Broccoli is  a major cancer fighter and boosts the immune system of our body. It is a good source of Potassium, folate and fiber. Its good for Bone Health, Heart Health and Cholesterol reduction and in weight reduction. Broccoli is getting popular in Indian Cuisine these days. In my kitchen, I have made many Indian dishes with broccoli like Broccoli curry, Broccoli Aloo Paratha, Broccoli Pakoda, etc., Out of all, this version of Broccoli curry is very simple and takes less preparation time.

This Broccoli curry is just like how to make the Beans thoran or Cabbage Poriyal. The tiny green florets always attract the kids and they will love to bite them.

Ingredients

Broccoli Florets - 5 cups

Oil - 3 tsp

Hing - 1 Dash

Mustard Seeds - 2 tsp

Urad Dal - 2 tsp

Dry Red Chillies - 3 or 4 

Curry Leaves - 1 stick

Salt - As Required

Fresh Grated Coconut - 2 tbsp

Method

• Wash the green tiny broccoli florets, drain them and keep ready.
• In the cooking vessel, add oil first. When its heated, finish the tempering process by adding the hing, mustard seeds, urad dal , dry red chillies and curry leaves. 
• When its done, add the green florets and add little water for them to cook with the steam inside.
• Close the lid and let them cook for 3-4 minutes on medium flame.
• When they are cooked to your desired level, add required amount of salt and fry them openly for a minute or two.
• Finally add the coconut flakes to the broccoli florets. Switch off the flame.
• Enjoy this curry with sambar, rasam or in any south indian meal.