Cheera Uperi

Cheera Uperi

A traditional Indian Malabar dish featuring sautéed red amaranthus with coconut and spices, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch Cheera (Red Amaranthus) (Also known as Red Spinach)
  • 4 tbsp Sunflower oil
  • 3 units Dry red chillies
  • 6 units Garlic flakes
  • 2 tbsp White rice (Used for seasoning)
  • 1 cup Coconut, shredded
  • 1 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1Thoroughly wash the cheera three times in water. Allow it to dry for a few minutes, then chop it into small pieces.
  2. 2Transfer the chopped cheera to a clay cooking pot. Add salt, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for a few minutes. No additional water is needed.
  3. 3Remove the lid and add the shredded coconut to the cheera. Mix gently to combine.
  4. 4In a separate pan, heat the sunflower oil. Add crushed garlic flakes, dry red chillies, and white rice. Sauté until the mixture turns golden brown.
  5. 5Add the prepared seasoning to the cheera mixture. Mix well to ensure even distribution of flavors. Serve hot.

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