Stir Fry Green Beans with Coconut, known as Beans Thoran in Kerala and Beans Poriyal in Tamil Nadu, is a simple and wholesome South Indian side dish. This recipe brings out the natural sweetness of green beans, the richness of fresh coconut, and the smell of spices like red chilies, mustard seeds, and curry leaves that have been softened. It is easy to make and can be used in a lot of different ways. It goes well with rice or chapati and is a great addition to any meal.

Stir Fry Green Beans with Coconut (Beans Thoran/Beans Poriyal)

A simple and healthy South Indian stir-fry made with green beans, fresh coconut, and tempered spices, perfect as a side dish for rice or chapati.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 107 kcal

3 g

4 g

7 g

9 g

Ingredients

For Stir-Fry:

3 cups green beans chopped
½ cup fresh grated coconut desiccated coconut or frozen grated coconut
2 green chilies slit lengthwise
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste

For Tempering Spices:

1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
8-10 curry leaves
2 dried red chilies broken

Instructions

Prepare the Tempering:

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds and let them crackle. Add 8-10 curry leaves and 2 dried red chilies. Saute for 30 seconds.

Cook the Beans and Coconut:

Add 3 cups green beans, ½ teaspoon turmeric powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir and cook for 5-10 minutes until tender. Add ½ cup fresh grated coconut and 2 green chilies. Mix well and cook for another 3 minutes.

Serve:

Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy as a side dish with rice or chapati.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts

Stir Fry Green Beans with Coconut (Beans Thoran/Beans Poriyal)

Serving Size

1 cup (100 g)

Amount per Serving

Calories

107

% Daily Value*

Protein

Carbohydrates

Fiber

Sugar

Fat

Sodium

169

Potassium

240

Vitamin D

0.1

µg

Calcium

Iron

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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