Indian Green Beans And Peas Recipe

Name: Indian Green Beans And Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces frozen cut beans; 6 ounces frozen green peas; 2 tablespoons olive oil (canola oil); 2 teaspoons cumin seeds; 5 dried whole red chilies; 2 tablespoons washed white lentils (urad dal); 2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 pinch asafoetida powder (hing)

Servings: persons

16 ounces frozen cut beans
6 ounces frozen green peas
2 tablespoons olive oil (canola oil)
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
5 dried whole red chilies
2 tablespoons washed white lentils (urad dal)
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pinch asafoetida powder (hing)

1
Heat oil in a saucepan on medium heat. Test the heat by adding one cumin seed to the oil. if the cumin seeds crackles then oil is ready.
2
Add cumin, asafoetida, red chillis and white lentil.
3
Stir fry for 30 seconds. Stop if white lentil changes color.
4
Add green beans and peas and mix it well. Cover the pan turn the heat down a bit, between medium and low. (Before adding beans and peas make sure you wash them with cold water).
5
Let it cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the beans and peas are tender. Make sure you stir in between while it is being cooked.
6
Remove the cover and add turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder and salt.
7
Let the beans cook without cover and make sure you keep mixing for all the spices to blend inches
8
Keep stirring for the next 2 to 3 min make sure it does not stick to the pan.
9
Turn off the heat and add lemon juice.
10
Serve with roti's.

266

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Protein

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* 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: 16 ounces frozen cut beans, 6 ounces frozen green peas, 2 tablespoons olive oil (canola oil), 2 teaspoons cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Indian Green Beans And Peas 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!

Indian Green Beans And Peas

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