Asparagus Thoran

Ingredients:

Asparagus:-1 bunch(nearly 20 stalks)

Onion:-1

Mustard seeds,cumin seeds:-1/2 tsp each

Curry leaves:-1 sprig

Turmeric Powder:-1/2 tsp

Grated Coconut:-2 tbsp

Salt and chilli powder:-as per taste

chopped Coriander:-to garnish

Olive oil:-1 tbsp

METHOD

• Wash asparagus and cut the nearly an inch piece from the bottom( that is the tasteless fibery part).
• Chop the remaining part into small pieces.Chop onions finely.
• Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds,cumin,curry leaves and let them splutter.
• Add chopped onions and fry till golden brown.
• Add asparagus,salt,turmeric and mix well.
• Fry for few minutes until all moisture is lost(Dont overcook asparagus to become mushy.They must still be crunchy).
• Add chilli powder and grated coconut and fry a while.
• Garnish with coriander and serve with rotis.