Fried Broccoli with Desiccated Coconut
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavor-packed Fried Broccoli with Desiccated Coconut recipe! Perfectly sautéed broccoli florets are elevated with the nutty aroma of toasted desiccated coconut, while a medley of spices—like turmeric, cumin, and red chili powder—adds layers of warmth and zest. Fragrant curry leaves and the tangy kick of fresh lemon juice create a beautifully balanced dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Cooked in coconut oil, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and makes an irresistible side dish or light snack. Garnished with fresh coriander, it's a healthy, gluten-free crowd-pleaser with a unique South Indian twist!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli florets
- 50 grams Desiccated coconut
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 10 pieces Fresh curry leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Step 2
Heat coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil, and allow them to splutter for about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Add the fresh curry leaves and sauté for another 20 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Carefully add the broccoli florets to the pan and stir to coat them evenly with the spiced oil.
Step 6
Sprinkle the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt over the broccoli, stirring to combine.
Step 7
Continue to sauté the broccoli for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and slightly crispy.
Step 8
Add the desiccated coconut and mix well with the broccoli. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the coconut to toast and become aromatic.
Step 9
Adjust seasoning to taste, and remove from heat once the broccoli is cooked to a crisp texture.
Step 10
Transfer the fried broccoli to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and a drizzle of lemon juice.
Step 11
Serve hot as a side dish or a light snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (626.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 870.0 |
| Total Fat 76.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1352.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 23.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 336.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 429.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories