Low Carb Cabbage Poriyal

Brighten up your low-carb meal plan with this flavorful Low Carb Cabbage Poriyal, a South Indian stir-fry that's both healthy and delicious! Made with tender shredded cabbage, aromatic spices like mustard seeds and cumin, and the nutty richness of freshly grated coconut, this dish is a celebration of bold and wholesome flavors. Sautéed in fragrant coconut oil and enhanced with curry leaves, dried red chilies, and turmeric, this poriyal is a quick, 20-minute recipe perfect for a nutritious side dish or a light main course. Ideal for keto or low-carb diets, it's a vibrant, gluten-free option that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or lentil-based dishes. Easy to prepare and bursting with authentic Indian taste, this cabbage poriyal is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Cabbage
• 50 grams Grated coconut
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Urad dal (split black gram)
• 2 Dried red chilies
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 Green chilies
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 50 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by removing the outer leaves of the cabbage and finely shredding it. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the mustard seeds to the pan. Once they begin to splutter, add the cumin seeds and urad dal. Stir for a minute until the urad dal starts to turn golden brown.

Step 4

Break the dried red chilies in half and add them to the pan along with the curry leaves. Stir for a few seconds until they become aromatic.

Step 5

Add the green chilies and sauté for another minute.

Step 6

Add the finely shredded cabbage to the pan. Stir well to mix with the spices.

Step 7

Pour in the water, add turmeric powder and salt. Mix everything together.

Step 8

Cover the pan and let the cabbage cook on medium heat for about 10 minutes or until it’s tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Once the cabbage is cooked, remove the lid and add the grated coconut.

Step 10

Mix thoroughly and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the coconut is well combined with the cabbage.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and serve the Low Carb Cabbage Poriyal hot as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	701.3

Total Fat 48.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2493.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 15.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.1mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1849.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 34.6%