South Indian Carrot & French Bean Stir-Fry Recipe
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About South Indian Carrot & French Bean Stir-Fry Recipe
This vibrant South Indian Carrot and French Bean Stir-Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish perfect for any weeknight meal. The natural sweetness of carrots blends beautifully with the crispness of French beans, all enhanced by aromatic spices and a touch of grated coconut.This recipe is easily adaptable to your spice preference – adjust the green chilies for more or less heat. Serve it alongside fluffy steamed rice and your favorite South Indian curries for a complete and satisfying culinary experience.Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant side dish that's bursting with authentic South Indian flavors!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total35 minutes
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 150 gm Carrot
- 150 gm French Bean
- 1 Onion medium
- 2 Chili finely chopped, green
Spices & Aromatics
- 1 tsp Cumin also known as jeera, seeds
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seed also known as rai
- 1/2 tsp Gram black, split, urad dal
- 1 sprig Curry Leaf
Other Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil or other cooking oil
- 2 tbsp Coconut fresh, grated
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the carrots and French beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Finely chop the onions, carrots, green chilies, and French beans.
Tempering the Spices
- Heat coconut oil in a kadai (wok) or large pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and split black gram. Wait until the mustard seeds begin to splutter and the black gram turns golden brown.
Sautéing the Aromatics
- Add the curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant. Then add the chopped onions and green chilies, sautéing until the onions become translucent.
Cooking the Vegetables
- Add the chopped carrots and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened. Add the French beans, cumin seeds, and remaining salt. Stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes, until the beans are tender-crisp and the vegetables are cooked through.
Finishing the Dish
- Stir in the grated coconut and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly dry.
Serving
- Serve the South Indian Carrot and French Bean Stir-fry hot as a delicious side dish with steamed rice and your favorite curries.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of turmeric powder along with the cumin seeds.
- Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference. If you prefer a milder dish, use fewer chilies or omit them altogether.
- To retain the vibrant color of the vegetables, avoid overcooking them. Aim for a tender-crisp texture.
- Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like peas, bell peppers, or cauliflower to add variety to your stir-fry.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 41kcalCarbohydrates: 4gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.8gSodium: 684mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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This is amazing! Excited to make it.
Such a scrumptious dish! Thank you.
This is so tempting! Thank you.
This looks so tasty! Thank you.
So delicious! Excited to make it.