French Beans in Coconut Curry
by Tarla Dalal
French Beans in Coconut Curry is not just tasty but also visually appealing. The bright green of the beans stands out well against the white gravy.
The addition of roasted peanuts makes the dish all the more special, because the nuts complement the beans very well, and add a delightful crunch to the gravy.
Enjoy this curry with rotis or parathas .
French Beans in Coconut Curry recipe - How to make French Beans in Coconut Curry
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 4 servings
2 cups french beans , cut diagonally
2 tbsp oil
a pinch of asafoetida (hing)
a pinch of baking soda
1 tsp cornflour
1 cup coconut milk
2 tbsp roasted and coarsely crushed peanuts
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
salt to taste
Method
- Method
- Combine the cornflour and coconut milk in a bowl, mix well and keep aside.
- Heat the oil in kadhai, add the asafoetida and ¾ cup of water and bring to boil.
- Add the french beans and soda-bi-carb, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 5 minutes or till the french beans are cooked, while stirring occasionally.
- Add the cornflour-coconut milk mixture, peanuts, green chillies and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot.
Nutrient values per serving
| Energy | 312 cal |
| Protein | 4.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11 g |
| Fiber | 7.7 g |
| Fat | 27.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 155.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 16 mg |
| Folic Acid | 39 mcg |
| Calcium | 43.9 mg |
| Iron | 1.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 2.9 mg |
| Potassium | 81.7 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
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