Maharashtrian Style French Beans

 

Maharashtrian-style French Beans is a simple, wholesome stir-fry made with just a handful of everyday ingredients. Lightly spiced with traditional flavors, it comes together quickly while keeping all the natural nutrition of the beans intact. Perfect for a healthy, fuss-free meal.

Ingredients (3-4 servings):

• French Beans: 500-600g
  
• Potatoes: 2 (Medium sized)
• Green Chillies: 3
• Coconut: 1/2 
• Curry Leaves: 2 stems
• Cumin Seeds: 1 tsp
• Turmeric Powder: 1/4th tsp
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Salt to Taste
  
• Oil for Frying

Method:

• Heat oil in a pan and add the cumin seeds, finely chopped green chillies and curry leaves to it. 
  
• After a minute, add chopped potatoes. (Potato pieces to be chopped in the size as shown in the image)
• Add salt and turmeric powder to the mixture and let it fry for 2 minutes.
• Add finely chopped French Beans and let it cook for 5 minutes.
  
• Now add the grated coconut, sugar and the water from the same coconut. The coconut water is optional but will enhance the flavour considerably.
• Cover it with a lid and let it cook for around 15 minutes, or till the French Beans and Potatoes both get tender.