Long Beans are also known as Yard Long Beans. They are a popular vegetable in various culinary traditions. In Tamil, they are referred to as Payathangai or Karamani. This delightful Payathangai poriyal is a highly nutritious dish. It is made with tender long beans, which are carefully chopped. They are mixed with green gram dal and freshly grated coconut. A generous sprinkling of aromatic sambar powder creates a harmonious blend of flavors. This side dish is rich in vitamins and minerals. It is visually appealing with its vibrant green color. It is cherished for its ability to complement the main meal perfectly. Typically, it is served with steaming hot rice. This provides a wholesome and satisfying dining experience.
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Payathangai (Long Beans) Poriyal
6
servings10
minutes15
minutesThis payathangai beans poriyal is prepared using long beans (payathangai), green gram dal, grated coconut and sambar powder. This dish is served with rice.
Ingredients
Long Beans – a small bunch (approx 150 gms)
Green gram dal – 2 tablespoons
Coconut gratings – 2 tablespoons
Sambar powder – 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder – a pinch
Oil – 1 teaspoon
Mustard – half teaspoon
Urad dal – 1 teaspoon
Asafoetida Powder – 1/4 teaspoon
Curry leaves few
Salt – ½ teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Wash and cut the beans into small pieces.
- Cook green gram dhal with a pinch of turmeric till soft, but not mushy.
- In a kadai put one teaspoon oil and when it is hot add mustard. When it pops up add urad dal, asafoetida and curry leaves and fry for a while.
- Put the chopped beans now and add sambar powder, turmeric powder, salt and sprinkle water just to cover the vegetable. Mix well.
- Close with lid. Cook on medium flame till the vegetable is soft and all the water is absorbed.
- Now add the cooked dhal, grated coconut, mix well and remove.
Recipe Video
Notes
- You can also cook both chopped beans and green gram dhal for one to two whistles in a pressure cooker. Then season it with mustard, urad dal, asafoetida and curry leaves. Then add sambar powder and coconut. Finally mix it well.