Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 cup

Green beans (French Beans)

chopped

1 unit

Dry Red Chilli

0.5 tsp

Mustard seeds

1 tsp

Sesame seeds (Til seeds)

roasted

2 tbsp

Raw Peanuts (Moongphali)

roasted

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 tsp

Sunflower Oil

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

2 tbsp

Water

Step 1
~4 min

Chop green beans into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

Pressure cook green beans with salt and 2 tablespoons of water for 1 whistle. Immediately release the pressure.

Step 3
~4 min

Dry roast sesame seeds and peanuts separately until aromatic. Cool and grind into a coarse powder.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dry red chili.

Step 5
~4 min

Once the mustard seeds crackle, add the cooked beans and saute for about a minute.

Step 6
~4 min

Add red chili powder and the sesame peanut spice mix. Stir quickly.

Step 7
~4 min

Adjust salt if needed.

Step 8
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roast the peanuts and sesame seeds until fragrant for best flavor.

Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.

Serve as part of a South Indian Thali.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Thakkali Rasam
Mixed Vegetable Sambar

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

Commonly prepared as a side dish in South Indian homes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Everyday Meal
Quick Lunch
Simple Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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