Beetroot Thoran

Ingredients

Beetroot (shredded) – 400gms
Sliced shallots – ¼ cup
Green chilies – 3 (chopped)
Shredded coconut – ¼ cup
Ginger – 1’’ piece (chopped)
Mustard seeds – ¼ tsp
Salt to taste
Cooking oil

Directions

1. Heat oil in a pan, splutter mustard seeds, add sliced shallots and saute till it becomes light brown.
2. Add the shredded beetroot, coconut , green chilies, ginger and salt.
3. Cover and cook for a few minutes. Open the lid and stir till the mixture is completely dry. (No need to add water, there is enough water in the beetroot to cook itself.)