South Indian Style Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe - Drumstick Stir Fry

Step 1: To begin making Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe, wash the drumsticks well & peel them by removing the tough green part

Step 2: Cut them in 2 inches length

Step 3: Take about glass of water in a kadhi, bring it to a boil, add these drumsticks with salt, turmeric powder (optional) & lightly steam them for 5-8 minutes

Step 4: Be careful not to overcook the drumsticks

Step 5: It should be tender but not mushy as in sambar or avial

Step 6: Drain the water, keep the steamed drumsticks aside to cool slightly

Step 7: Grate the coconut, add the green chillies & grind them well in a mixer

Step 8: In the kadai, add coconut oil, once hot, add the mustard seeds, let it crackle

Step 9: Then add the dry red chillies, curry leaves & add the steamed drumsticks

Step 10: Mix everything well & let it cook for a minute

Step 11: Add the grated coconut & give it one last stir

Step 12: Serve Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe along with Kerala Avial Recipe, Steamed Rice Recipe and Malabar Style Dates Pickle Recipe for a complete meal