Follow these steps for perfect results
Carrot
finely chopped
Green beans
finely chopped
Salt
Mustard seeds
Asafoetida
Butter
Finely chop the carrot and green beans.
Add the chopped carrots and green beans to a pressure cooker with 2 tablespoons of water and a pinch of salt.
Pressure cook for 2 whistles, then turn off the heat.
Release the pressure immediately by running the pressure cooker under running water.
Open the lid of the cooker and keep aside.
Place a heavy bottomed pan on medium heat and add 1/4 teaspoon of butter.
Once the butter melts, add in the mustard seeds and allow it to sputter.
Add the asafoetida and saute for a minute.
Add the cooked carrots and green beans.
Mix well until the vegetables are combined.
Turn off the heat and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust salt to taste
Add a pinch of turmeric for color
Everything you need to know before you start
5 mins
Can be made a day ahead
Serve in a small bowl.
Serve as a side dish with rice
Serve with curd rice
Serve with paruppu sadam
Cool and refreshing
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