Kaikari Ishtew

Mixed vegetables stewed in coconut milk with star anise

Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Sanjeev Kapoor

Published 2011

  • About

A traditional delight from the South Indian state of Kerala, this vegetable dish is traditionally served with a soft bread called appam. This is a real treat for coconut lovers. Be sure to use the star anise because without it, ishtew is simply not ishtew.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium carrot, cubed
  • 1 medium potato, cubed
  • 7 or 8 cauliflower florets

Method

  1. Place a nonstick saucepan over high heat and add 2½ cups (500 ml) water. When the water comes to a boil, add the carrot and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Repeat with the potato, cauliflower, and haricots verts separately.
  2. Place