Beans With Lentils and Coconut Recipe

Name: Beans With Lentils and Coconut
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups of chopped green beans; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 large onion, sliced; 1 cup lentils, cooked; ½ teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric powder; ½ teaspoon mustard seeds; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; 10 curry leaves; 2 tablespoons coconut, grated (dessicated ); salt

Servings: persons

2 cups of chopped green beans
2 tablespoons oil
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup lentils, cooked
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric powder
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
½ teaspoon cumin seed
10 curry leaves
2 tablespoons coconut, grated (dessicated )
salt

1
Top and tail the beans and cut into short lengths.
2
(I prefer to finely slice the beans as they cook quicker ).
3
In a pot boil 4 cups water and cook the beans till just soft.
4
In the meanwhile, heat the oil in a pot and fry the onions, add the cooked lentils and all of the spices.
5
Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
6
Drain the beans and add to the spice mixture, stir to coat with the spices and cook for 2 minutes.
7
Add the coconut and stir.
8
Adjust seasoning and add salt if required.
9
Serve and enjoy.
10
We are having this tonight along with a tender steak.

175

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups of chopped green beans, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 large onion, sliced, 1 cup lentils, cooked, and more.

Yes, Beans With Lentils and Coconut falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beans With Lentils and Coconut

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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