Beans poriyal is a traditional South Indian dish made with fresh green beans, coconut, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. It is a simple and delicious side dish that pairs well with rice and curry. The beans are stir-fried until tender-crisp and infused with the flavors of the coconut and spices. This dish is not only tasty but also nutritious, as green beans are rich in vitamins and minerals. Enjoy beans poriyal as a part of a wholesome meal or as a standalone dish.
Beans Poriyal
5
servings15
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minutesDiscover the flavorful and nutritious South Indian dish, beans poriyal! Made with green beans, coconut, and spices, it’s perfect with rice and curry.
Ingredients
Beans – 100 gms
Coconut gratings – 2 tablespoon
Red Chillies – 2 Nos
Urad Dhal – 1 teaspoon
Jeera – 1/2 teaspoon
Asafoetida powder – a pinch
Curry leaves – few
Oil – 1 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Cut the beans into two and then slit it lengthwise into four.
- In a kadai put oil and when it is hot add mustard. When it pops up add urad dhal, jeera, asafotida, red chillies broken into pieces along with curry leaves. Fry till the urad dhal turns into light brown. Add cut beans and sprinkle a handful of water. Stir well and cover with lid. Cook on low flame till the beans are soft. Add salt and coconut gratings and mix well. Keep it in the stove for few more minutes and remove.
Same thing again! How the green beans retained their color and yet look completely cooked. And I can see their texture. You cook just to the right consistency! Neat!
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