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Mayiladuthurai Cashew-Belt Jowar Thoran
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Mayiladuthurai Cashew-Belt Jowar Thoran

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mayiladuthurai cooking — Mayiladuthurai Cashew-Belt Jowar Thoran brings a cashew-belt touch with a classic thoran finish. About 49 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Sorghum (Jowar)1 cup

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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