Vegan Cabbage Kootu

Discover the comforting flavors of Vegan Cabbage Kootu, a wholesome South Indian dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. This vegan-friendly recipe combines tender cabbage and protein-packed moong dal (split green gram) in a mildly spiced coconut-based preparation. Infused with the earthy aromas of tempered mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves, and toasted grated coconut, this dish captures the essence of traditional Indian cuisine. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a perfect one-pot meal or side dish, especially when paired with steamed rice or warm Indian bread. Whether you're a fan of plant-based meals or exploring global flavors, this easy-to-make Vegan Cabbage Kootu will add a burst of flavor and nutrition to your plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cabbage
• 1/2 cup Moong dal (split green gram)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Urad dal (split black gram)
• 2 Dried red chilies
• 10 Curry leaves
• 1/4 cup Grated coconut
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the moong dal thoroughly under running water and set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, boil 2 cups of water. Add the rinsed moong dal and turmeric powder. Cook the dal over medium heat until it becomes soft but not mushy, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, chop the cabbage into small pieces. Add the chopped cabbage to the saucepan with the cooking dal and continue to cook for another 10 minutes until the cabbage becomes tender.

Step 4

In a small frying pan over medium heat, add coconut oil. Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 5

Add cumin seeds, urad dal, dried red chilies, and curry leaves to the pan. Sauté for about a minute until the urad dal turns golden brown.

Step 6

Stir in the grated coconut and sauté for another 2 minutes until the coconut is slightly toasted.

Step 7

Add the sautéed spice mixture to the cabbage and lentil mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 8

Season with salt and mix well. Let it simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and let the Vegan Cabbage Kootu sit for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with rice or Indian bread of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(945.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	921.1

Total Fat 39.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2444.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.9g
Protein 37.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 696.7mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3088.5mg	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: 36.7%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 47.9%