poriyal
Poriyal is a family of South Indian sautéed vegetable dishes, most closely associated with Tamil Nadu cuisine. The term, derived from Tamil, refers to a dry, lightly fried preparation that is typically served as a side dish with steamed rice and accompaniment such as sambar or rasam. Poriyal is commonly prepared with vegetables like green beans, carrots, cabbage, okra, or cluster beans, but almost any vegetable can be used.
The basic method involves cutting the vegetables and sometimes par-cooking them until tender. They are then
Poriyal exemplifies the Tamil culinary emphasis on simple, balanced flavors and texture, with coconut providing a
In a traditional setting, poriyal is part of a complete South Indian meal and is commonly prepared