A signature side dish from Goa, Goan Foogath is lauded for its simple preparation and use of just the freshest ingredients. It is a dry dish that differs from richer Goan curries. The recipe calls for nothing more than a stir-fry of veggies cooked with turmeric, curry leaves, and an abundance of fresh coconut. Light and nutritious, it’s the perfect refreshing side dish to go with hearty, spicy Christmas main courses.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
2 cups Cabbage
1–2 (slit)Green chillies
1 small Onion
1 tbspOil
½ tspMustard seeds
8–10Curry leaves
¼ tspTurmeric powder
¼ cupFresh grated coconut
to tasteSalt
a pinch Sugar
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Prepare Tempering
Simmer some oil in a skillet until it smokes. Add mustard seeds and let them sputter. Add slit green chillies and curry leaves.
Description - Step 2
Add Cabbage and Cook
Toss in the shredded cabbage or any veggies of your choice. Mix salt and turmeric powder and cook without covering over medium heat. From time to time, mix. Vegetables should be somewhat softer without losing their crispness or colour.
Description - Step 3
Add Coconut and Serve
Lower the temperature and add a touch of sugar, if desired. Turn off the heat and mix in freshly shredded coconut. Accompany with warm chapatis, rice, dal or Goan curry.