GREEN BEANS WITH COCONUT ( INDIAN STYLE )

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This recipe is actually a south Indian recipe. Usually made with fresh grated coconut.But, I make it with dessicated coconut and it still turns out great. Adjust the seasoning to your taste as they are guesstimates. Serve with rice or indian bread

Provided by Sana7149

Categories     Coconut

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups green beans (frozen cut or fresh cut)
1 cup desiccated coconut
1/2 cup finely sliced onion
1/2 tablespoon cumin seed
1/2 tablespoon grated ginger
1/2 tablespoon grated garlic
1/2 tablespoon turmeric powder
1/2-1 tablespoon chopped green chili
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
salt

Steps:

  • Cook the beans till almost done ( I microwave them for about 8-10 minutes).
  • Heat the oil and saute the cumin seeds, onions, ginger,garlic and green chillies.
  • When the onions get a little brown, add the cooked green beans.
  • Add turmeric.
  • Add the coconut.
  • Add salt to taste.
  • Cook for about 5 minutes until all the ingredients are combined.
  • Serve hot with rice or Indian bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.8, Sodium 55, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 10.2, Protein 2.6

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