Red Keerai Poriyal | Red Amaranth Stir Fry (Sengkeerai)

Red Keerai Leaves Poriyal

Red Keerai Leaves Poriyal , this red keerai is also called red amaranth, Sengkeerai (in tamil) is very good for health and this stir fry is yummilicious which goes well with plain rice.

Ingredients

Red Keerai/Red Amaranth/Cheng Keerai – 1 Bunch
Onion – 1 Number (Shallot works well)
Split Urad dhal – 1 Tbsp
Chana dhal – 1 Tbsp
Whole Red Chilli – 2-3 Numbers
Shredded Coconut – 1 and 1/2 Tbsp
Mustard, Oil and Salt – As needed
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Method

• Clean the leaves twice or thrice, drain the water and chop it.
• You can include thin stems as well.
• Heat oil in a pan, add mustard when splutters add dals fry till golden brown.
• Add chopped onions, chili and salt, saute for few minutes.
• Add chopped red leaves cook in medium flame by closing the lid for few minutes.
• If needed sprinkle some water.
• Once the water evaporates add coconut and remove form heat.
• Check salt before serving.

Note:

Also add boiled moong dhal to this stir fry, which is optional.