Step 1:
- Wash and cut flat beans, onions, and tomatoes following the visual guide.
- Lightly fry almonds and set them aside.
Step 2: Masala paste
- Blend 8 garlic cloves, 1-inch ginger, 3 green chilies, 4 dry red chilies, 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, and the fried almonds into a fine paste with a little water.
Step 3:
- Heat a pan, add oil, and fry flat green beans for 5 minutes on medium heat. Set aside once golden brown.
- In the same pan heat more oil, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, and let them sizzle to infuse the oil.
- Add chopped onions to the pan, saute for a minute, then add chopped tomatoes, stirring well for an additional minute.
- Incorporate 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1 teaspoon of Kashmiri red chili powder, stirring for a few seconds.
- Add the prepared masala paste, stirring continuously for 5 minutes until the mix releases oil.
- Introduce the fried flat green beans, add half a cup of water and salt stir well, and cover the pan.
- Allow it to cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
- check whether the flat green beans are cooked.
- If not, increase the heat and cook for a few more minutes until perfection is achieved.
- Enjoy the dish hot, paired with paratha, naan, soft roti, or rice.
This flat green beans recipe with almonds promises a delightful culinary experience, blending diverse flavors seamlessly.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
- Can I substitute regular green beans for flat green beans?
- Yes, regular green beans can be a suitable substitute.
- Is it necessary to fry the almonds before making the masala paste?
- Lightly frying enhances flavor, but it’s optional for a milder taste.
- Can I adjust the spice levels in this Flat Green Beans Recipe?
- Certainly, tailor the spices to your preference.
- What dishes pair well with this Flat Green Beans Recipe?
- It complements paratha, naan, soft roti, or rice-based dishes.
- Can I prepare the masala paste in advance?
- Absolutely, preparing it in advance can save time in the kitchen.
Recipe Card:
Nutritious Flat Green Beans Recipe with Almonds
Delight in a nutritious and delicious flat green beans recipe with almonds. A perfect blend of vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy fats!
Ingredients
Ingredients of Flat Green Beans Recipe :
- 500 g flat green beans
- 1 medium-sized onion
- 8 garlic cloves
- 1- inch ginger
- 3 green chilies
- 4 dry red chilies
- 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 medium-sized tomato
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
- Salt
- Oil for cooking mustard oil
Instructions
Step 1:
- Wash and cut flat beans, onions, and tomatoes following the visual guide.
- Lightly fry almonds and set them aside.
Step 2: Masala paste
- Blend 8 garlic cloves, 1-inch ginger, 3 green chilies, 4 dry red chilies, 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, and the fried almonds into a fine paste with a little water.
Step 3:
- Heat a pan, add oil, and fry flat green beans for 5 minutes on medium heat. Set aside once golden brown.
- in the same pan heat more oil, add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, and let them sizzle to infuse the oil.
- Add chopped onions to the pan, sauté for a minute, then add chopped tomatoes, stirring well for an additional minute.
- Incorporate 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1 teaspoon of Kashmiri red chili powder, stirring for a few seconds.
- Add the prepared masala paste, stirring continuously for 5 minutes until the mix releases oil.
- Introduce the fried flat green beans, add half a cup of water with salt, stir well, and cover the pan. Allow it to cook for 5 minutes on medium heat.
- check whether the flat green beans are cooked. If not, increase the heat and cook for a few more minutes until perfection is achieved.
- Enjoy the dish hot, paired with paratha, naan, soft roti, or rice.
- This flat green beans recipe with almonds promises a delightful culinary experience, blending diverse flavors seamlessly.
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