Apr 24, 2013

Elephant Yam Fry - சேனைக்கிழங்கு வருவல்



Ingridents:
  • Elephant yam 500 gm
  • Coriander Powder 2 1/2 tbs
  • Chilli Powder 1 tbs
  • Turmeric Powder 1 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Cumin Powder 1 tsp
  • Asafetida (hing)1/2 tsp
  • Oil 4tbs

Seasonings:

  • Mustard Seeds 1 tsp
  • Cumin seeds    1 tsp
  • Bengal gram ( Chenna dhall)   1 tbs
  • Black gram   ( urad dhall)   1 tbs
  • Curry Leaves 8 nos
  • Dry red chillies 3-4 nos

Method:
  • Clean and cut the yam in  to small cubes.
  • Pressure cook the yam with some salt. 
  • Heat the fry pan with 2 tbs of oil.
  • Add all the season ingredients and asafetida fry till the grams turn golden brown.
  • Now add the yam and stir fry for few minutes, and then add salt and turmeric powder.
  • Stir fry and add all the remaining powders. and fry well with another 2 tbs of oil.
  • Keep the flame on medium heat and cook the yam covered.
  • At regular interval stir  fry until they are golden brown and crisp.
Yummy and crispy elephant yam fry is ready. it can be enjoyed with sambar rice or with plain curd rice.