Avial
A thick mixed vegetable dish cooked with coconut and yogurt.
Avial
ByKavitha
Quick Info
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Servings: 6
Ingredient Substitutes
- Yogurt → None
Ingredients
- Mixed vegetables
- Coconut
- Green chilies
- Cumin
- Yogurt
- Coconut oil
- Curry leaves
- Salt
Instructions
- Cook vegetables till tender.
- Grind coconut with cumin and chilies.
- Mix gently with yogurt.
- Finish with coconut oil.
Tips & Variations
Do not overcook vegetables | Mix gently
You will love it
Avial is a cornerstone of kerala Sadya, made by gently cooking seasonal vegetables with coconut, green chilies, cumin, and yogurt, then finished with coconut oil and curry leaves.
Serving: Serve with rice as part of Sadya.
Storage: Consume fresh
Tools Required
FAQ
Is yogurt essential?
Traditionally yes.
Vegan?
Skip yogurt.
Sadya dish?
Yes.
Gluten-free?
Yes.
Mild?
Very.
📝 From Our Kitchen
Avial must retain vegetable shapes.
— Kavitha, Cheffo Kitchen
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Kavitha
Founder & Publisher • Culinary Editor
Hi, I’m Kavitha — the founder of Cheffo. Cooking has always been close to my heart, especially traditional recipes passed down through families. Through Cheffo, I share authentic regional dishes with clear instructions and practical tips so you can recreate those comforting flavors at home.