Beetroot Mezhukkupuratti



Ingredients:
Beetroot cut lengthwise - 2
Shallots/onion chopped - 1 small
Garlic crushed - 1 1/2 tsp
Ginger crushed - 1 tsp(optional)
Green chiles - 3 half slit
Red chilli powder - 1/2 tsp
Crushed peppercons - 1/2 tsp
Mustard seeds
Curry leaves
Oil
Salt to taste

Preparation Method
Clean and cut the beetroot lengthwise
Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds.When they pop up add curry leaves chopped onion,crushed garlic ,ginger , and green chiles and sauté  it for 2-3 minutes
Add red chili powder and fry it for a minute
Now add the beetroot pieces , mix it well,cover it with a lid allow it to cook in a medium flame for 3-4 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water if needed
Remove the lid and simmer it for another 6-7 minutes, for the excess water to get absorbed and beets to get sauteed well
Add crushed pepper cons  and toss it well
Remove from heat and serve warm

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