Low Fat Cabbage Poriyal

Brighten up your mealtime with this flavorful and healthy Low Fat Cabbage Poriyal, a traditional South Indian stir-fry that's as delightful as it is nutritious. This quick and easy recipe marries finely chopped cabbage with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, urad dal, and dried red chilies, all lightly sautéed in a touch of coconut oil for a guilt-free dish. A sprinkle of grated coconut adds a subtle, natural sweetness that perfectly complements the tender cabbage, while turmeric and curry leaves infuse it with vibrant color and depth of flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-fat vegetarian dish is ideal as a side for rice or Indian flatbreads, making it a versatile and wholesome addition to your menu. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, low-calorie vegetable recipe packed with authentic Indian flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Cabbage
• 1 teaspoon Coconut oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Urad dal
• 2 units Dried red chilies
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 small Onion
• 1 unit Green chili
• 2 tablespoons Grated coconut
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop 500 grams of cabbage and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely slice one small onion. Slit one green chili lengthwise.

Step 3

Heat 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add 0.5 teaspoon of mustard seeds to the warm oil. Allow them to splutter.

Step 5

Add 1 teaspoon of urad dal and fry until golden brown.

Step 6

Break 2 dried red chilies and add them to the pan along with 10 curry leaves. Saute briefly until aromatic.

Step 7

Add the sliced onion and slit green chili to the pan. Saute until the onion is translucent.

Step 8

Add the chopped cabbage to the pan. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.

Step 9

Sprinkle 0.25 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 0.5 teaspoon of salt over the cabbage.

Step 10

Mix everything thoroughly and cover the pan with a lid. Let it cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Once the cabbage is cooked and soft, add 2 tablespoons of grated coconut.

Step 12

Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes without the lid to let the flavors combine.

Step 13

Turn off the heat, and your low-fat cabbage poriyal is ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(668.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	384.1

Total Fat 18.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1282.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 11.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 265.6mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1319.7mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 48.8%