Green beans are rich sources of Vitamin.A,Vit.C and Vit.K.Also rich in thiamine,niacin,VitB6,Vit.E.
They are good sources of minerals especially manganese. It is a good source of calcium,iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and zinc.
They are good sources of complex carbohydrate.
BEANS when cooked with coconut milk is very tasty.This recipe is different from the regular method.
Ingredients
Beans …….chopped(250 gms)
Onion…1 or 2
Garlic…..6 to 10 cloves
Oil
Salt as needed
For grinding
Red chillies…… 4 to 5
Garlic….. 4 to 5 cloves
Coconut milk……1/4 to 1/2 cup
Method
Cook beans with very little water (1/2) tumbler.Keep aside
In a pan add oil when it gets heated add the grinded paste to it. Saute a little.
Add chopped onion and garlic and fry.
When it is sauted add the cooked beans to it.
Pour the coconut milk to it and lower the flame. Also add few curry leaves.
Mix well and when it dries remove from fire.
Serve with rice and sambar
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