Chena Varuthathu / Yam fries



Chena varuthathu has a special place in Kerala sadhya. It is usually served with the other sadhya vibhavangal. A simple and easy to make side dish. Preparing method may vary in different places, this is the way we do at home.

How to prepare Chena/ yam fries
chena / elephant yam pieces 1 cup
turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon
red chilly powder 1 teaspoon or more
garlic ginger paste 1 teaspoon
fennel seed powder 1/4 teaspoon
salt
oil for frying

Mix everything together. Deep fry till you get golden brown fried yam.

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  1. Nags Says:

    looks lovely. chena is not always available in hyderabad unless i go to food world. sigh.. i love chena thoran!

  2. Rajitha Says:

    yum...never had chenai with garic..looks great

  3. Asha Says:

    Looks like a great snack for winter. YUM!!. See you on the 1 st!!:))

  4. Jeena Says:

    Hi Seena I love the photo they look wonderful. Yams are very tasty I bet this dish goes well with your meals. :-)

  5. Laavanya Says:

    That looks absolutely delicious. Wish I could take a bite of the screen Seena.

  6. Daily Meals Says:

    Looks crispy...goes well with rasam or sambar rice.

  7. Cynthia Says:

    These would go well with some green mango chutney :)

    Happy holidays to you and the family.

  8. RAKS KITCHEN Says:

    Love to try it...Looks delicious:)

  9. Pravs Says:

    this must be yummy fries. Have to try sometime. Happy holidays!

  10. Ramya's Mane Adige Says:

    Makes a lovely evening snack.. thanx!

  11. TBC Says:

    I've only made mezukuparati with yam but I do remember eating these:-)