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A simple and wholesome North Indian dry curry made with tender cluster beans. Sautéed with aromatic spices, this everyday sabzi is quick to make and pairs perfectly with roti or dal rice.
Prepare the Cluster Beans
Make the Tadka and Sauté Aromatics
Add Spice Powders
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A simple and wholesome North Indian dry curry made with tender cluster beans. Sautéed with aromatic spices, this everyday sabzi is quick to make and pairs perfectly with roti or dal rice.
This north_indian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 107.16 calories per serving with 4.2g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Cook the Sabzi
Finish and Serve
Add one small potato, peeled and diced, along with the cluster beans. You may need to add a little extra water and cook for a few more minutes until the potatoes are tender.
For a Maharashtrian-style twist, add 2 tablespoons of coarsely crushed roasted peanuts at the end along with the garam masala for a nutty flavor and crunchy texture.
Add one finely chopped tomato after sautéing the onions. Cook until the tomatoes turn soft and mushy before adding the spice powders.
To make this recipe Jain-friendly, simply omit the onions and ginger-garlic paste. You can add a pinch more asafoetida to compensate for the flavor.
Cluster beans are an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, prevents constipation, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Guar fali is packed with Vitamin K and calcium, both of which are essential nutrients for strengthening bones and maintaining bone density.
This dish is low in calories and fat, making it an ideal choice for those managing their weight or following a calorie-conscious diet.
The high fiber content in cluster beans helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. This, combined with the low-fat preparation, contributes to better cardiovascular health.
Yes, it's very healthy. Cluster beans are rich in fiber, vitamins K, C, and A, and essential minerals. This recipe is low in calories and fat, making it an excellent choice for a balanced, everyday meal.
One serving of approximately 130 grams contains around 90-110 calories, primarily depending on the amount of oil used in the preparation.
Cluster beans have a naturally mild bitter taste, which mellows significantly upon cooking. Using young, tender beans helps reduce bitterness. The addition of amchur (dry mango powder) at the end also helps to balance the flavor profile.
Absolutely. For a Jain or Sattvic version, you can skip the onion and ginger-garlic paste. The dish will still be flavorful due to the other spices like cumin, asafoetida, and garam masala.
Store any leftover sabzi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan over low heat or in a microwave before serving.