Asparagus Thoran

Asparagus is a vegetable which is a good source of protein,fiber, Vitamin A,C,E,K, folate and a lot more. South Indian version of thoran or poriyal does work for this vegetable.

Ingredients:

asparagus - 1 bunch

onion - 1/2

garlic - 2 cloves

green chilli - 1

turmeric powder -1/4 tsp

coconut grated - 1/4 cup

oil

mustard -1/2 tsp

jeera - 1/2 tsp

salt to taste

Method:

Take a stem of asparagus and bent it , it will break in one point. Take the part towards the end.

Discard the other part which is towards the stem. This is tougher if u cook it. Repeat for all.

And chop into small rounds.chop onion,garlic and green chilli also into small pieces.

Heat oil, splutter mustard and jeera.

Add green chilli,onion and garlic and saute for a minute.

Add asparagus, turmeric powder and salt.

Add 1/2 to 1 cup of water.

When its cooked and water has dried add coconut grated and mix for a minute.

Done.