Green Beans Palya
Green Beans Palya is a delicious South Indian side dish made with finely chopped beans and tempered with aromatic spices. It is a vibrant, healthy, and fiber-rich dish that pairs well with rice, chapati, or dosa. The addition of grated coconut enhances its flavor and nutritional value.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
179 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
22 g
Fat
8 g
Fiber
8 g
Ingredients
Green Beans (Chopped)
1 cup (200g)
Coconut (Fresh)
0.25 small piece (12.5g)
Curry Leaves
5 gm (5g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Mustard seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Coconut oil
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Chopped Green Chilli
2 tsp (4g)
Chana Dal (Raw)
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Split Urad Dal (Raw)
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Grate fresh coconut.
Cooking Steps
Heat oil in a kadai over medium heat.
Add mustard seeds, chana and urad dal and let them crackle. Then, add cumin seeds, curry leaves, and green chilies. Sauté for 30 seconds.
Add turmeric powder. Mix well.
Add the chopped beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Add salt to taste and mix well. Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender.
Once the green beans are cooked, turn off the heat. Add freshly grated coconut and mix well.
Serve warm.