Sauteed Corn and Avocado Salad!

With fall just behind us and winter fast approaching, the weather has been such that we mostly tend to spend the evenings getting cozy and comfortable on our couch. Getting cozy on the couch often gets associated with a hot cup of tea and something to snack on. This warm corn salad is another one of my mom's recipes that makes me nostalgic during those fall-winter evenings. Of course the avocado was my touch to it to add another texture dimension to it (and not to mention for my avocado crazy hubs). The sweetness of the corn together with the kick from the spices and the creaminess from the avocado chunk creates an interesting play of taste and texture on your palate. Not to mention the occasional peanut to add that nutty flavor and a crunch.

Ingredients:

Corn kernels		2 cups (from about 3-4 ears)
Green bell pepper		1 small chopped
Ginger		1/2" grated
Green chilli		1-2 chopped fine
Curry leaves		few (optional)
Turmeric		1/8 tsp
Cumin seeds		1/4 tsp
Oil		1 tbsp
Avocado		1 firm ripe cubed
Lemon/lime juice		1-2 tsp or to taste
Roasted  crushed peanuts		1/4 cup
Cilantro		1/4 cup chopped

 Method: 
1. In a medium non stick pan heat the oil on medium heat. Add in the cumin, let it splutter. Add in the ginger, chilli and turmeric, saute for 30 sec. 
2. Add in the bell pepper and cook for 1-2 min, followed by corn. Cook till tender, stirring gently, for about 4-6 min. Add in the salt, pepper, cilantro and lemon juice. Check the seasoning. Take off the heat. 
3. Take it out on a platter, and add in the avocados and peanuts on top, give a mix. Sit back and ENJOY!

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