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Crisp green beans stir-fried with mustard seeds, lentils, and fresh coconut. This simple South Indian side dish, known as poriyal, is light, flavorful, and comes together in just 15 minutes.
For 4 servings
Prepare the green beans
Make the tempering
Cook the green beans
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Crisp green beans stir-fried with mustard seeds, lentils, and fresh coconut. This simple South Indian side dish, known as poriyal, is light, flavorful, and comes together in just 15 minutes.
This south_indian recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 168.81 calories per serving with 5.21g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Finish and serve
Reduce the coconut oil to 1 tablespoon and add more vegetables like carrots or peas along with the beans for added nutrients.
Use pre-cut or frozen green beans to save on prep time. You may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
This recipe is naturally Jain-friendly as it does not contain any onion, garlic, or root vegetables.
Increase the amount of chana dal and urad dal to 2 teaspoons each for an extra protein boost.
Green beans are an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, helps maintain bowel health, and can help control blood sugar levels.
This dish provides essential vitamins like Vitamin K for bone health, Vitamin C for a strong immune system, and Vitamin A for vision.
Green beans are naturally low in sodium and cholesterol-free. Coconut oil contains healthy fats that can be beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.
Yes, it is very healthy. Green beans are a great source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and K. The use of minimal oil and fresh coconut makes it a nutritious side dish.
One katori (approximately one serving) of this dish contains around 130-150 calories, primarily from the green beans, coconut oil, and fresh coconut.
Absolutely. If using frozen green beans, you don't need to thaw them. Add them directly to the pan after the tempering. You might not need to add any extra water as the frozen beans will release some.
This green beans poriyal is a classic South Indian side dish. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, sambar, rasam, or any type of dal. It also goes well with chapati or roti.
