If you're not familiar with Ponnanganni Keerai, you can see it in the attached video. This green is packed with vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent addition to your diet. It has a mild, earthy taste that doesn't require elaborate cooking methods (MUGHAI VEGETARIAN KORMA). In fact, the simpler, the better, to preserve its natural flavors.
Ponnanganni Keerai is known for its numerous health benefits, including:
Rich in Iron
Helps improve
blood health and combat anemia.
High in Calcium
Supports bone
health and prevents osteoporosis.
Loaded with
Vitamins A and C
Boosts the
immune system and improves skin health.
Contains
Antioxidants
Helps in
fighting free radicals and reducing inflammation.
Now, let's get
to the recipe for Ponnanganni Keerai Poriyal, a simple yet delicious way to
enjoy this nutritious green. It pairs perfectly with just-cooked rice, making
for a truly appetizing and wholesome meal.
Stir-Fried Ponnanganni Keerai (Sessile Joyweed)
Ingredients (as needed)
1 bunch
Ponnanganni Keerai (Sessile Joyweed)
Grated fresh
coconut
Shallots or
onion, sliced
Dried chillies
Cumin seeds
Mustard seeds
Mustard oil
Salt to taste
Prepare the Ponnanganni Keerai by soaking the bunch in water to remove soil and impurities.
Pluck or pull the leaves from the stems and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Heat Mustard Oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add dried chillies, cumin seeds, and mustard seeds to the hot oil.
Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the seeds start to splutter and release their aroma.
Add sliced shallots or onion to the pan.
Stir-fry for another minute until they become translucent.
Add the prepared Ponnanganni Keerai to the pan along with salt to taste.
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