Bihari French Cut Green Bean Masala
Add a burst of bold, authentic Indian flavors to your table with Bihari French Cut Green Bean Masala, a vibrant side dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious. This recipe transforms tender French cut green beans into a spice-infused masterpiece, featuring a base of smoky mustard oil, fragrant cumin seeds, and a rich medley of traditional spices like turmeric, coriander, and garam masala. Enhanced by the mellow sweetness of caramelized onions, the tang of ripe tomatoes, and the fresh heat of slit green chilies, this dish strikes the perfect balance between rustic and elegant. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's an ideal companion to steamed basmati rice, fluffy roti, or buttery naan. Garnished with aromatic cilantro, this vegetarian delight is perfect for elevating your weeknight dinners or adding variety to festive spreads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams French cut green beans
- 1 large (thinly sliced) Onion
- 2 medium-sized (finely chopped) Tomatoes
- 4 large (minced) Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon (grated) Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Mustard oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 2 (slit lengthwise) Green chilies
- 0.25 cup (as needed) Water
Instructions
Wash the French cut green beans thoroughly and trim the ends if needed. Set aside.
Heat mustard oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Allow the oil to reach its smoking point and then reduce the heat to medium.
Add cumin seeds to the oil and let them splatter for 30 seconds, releasing their aroma.
Stir in the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the onions. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning.
Toss in the chopped tomatoes and slit green chilies. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and oil starts separating from the mixture, about 5 minutes.
Season the mixture with turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well to coat the spices evenly.
Add the French cut green beans to the skillet and toss them gently to coat in the masala.
Pour in 1/4 cup of water to help steam the beans. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low-medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender.
Remove the lid and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture, ensuring the beans are well-coated with the masala.
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot as a side dish with steamed rice, roti, or naan.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2392 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1954 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
