ACHINGYA THOREN (KERALA STYLE GREEN BEAN CURRY)
This recipe is from Kerala region of India. A thoren is a dry curry made from chopped vegetables, coconut, mustard seed and curry leaves.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Finely chop 5 of the curry leaves (1 bay leaf not chopped), and put in a medium bowl. Add coconut, cumin, cayenne, turmeric, and garlic, and mix well.
- Add enough water (about 7 tbsp) to make coconut mixture moist enough to just hold together when pinched between thumb and forefinger, then set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and rice, and fry until mustard seeds pop, about 2 minutes. Add chiles, fry for a few seconds, and carefully add remaining 10 curry leaves (3 bay leaves). Be careful - leaves will spatter when they hit the hot oil.
- When leaves have crackled but are still green, about 30 seconds, add green beans, salt, and 2 tbsp water, and stir to mix well. Cook, stirring often, until beans begin to soften yet are still slightly crunchy, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in reserved coconut mixture, and cook, stirring often, until beans are tender, about 5 minutes more. Add salt to taste.
- Do not eat curry or bay leaves - remove as you find them.
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Sha shaharear Tanvir
[email protected]I love this dish! It's a great way to use up leftover green beans.
Rashid G
[email protected]This avial was a total flop. The green beans were tough and the sauce was watery. I would not recommend this recipe.
Kenny Matador
[email protected]I found this dish to be a bit bland. I added some extra garam masala and cumin to taste, and it improved the flavor significantly.
AMIRUJ JAMAL
[email protected]This avial was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili pepper if you don't like spicy food.
aliu fatai aliu
[email protected]I love the combination of green beans and coconut milk in this dish. It's a unique and flavorful curry that's perfect for a special occasion.
Jalandhar Sharma
[email protected]This was a great dish to make for a weeknight dinner. It was quick and easy to prepare, and the leftovers were just as good the next day.
Prince Mijan Talukder
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of green beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The coconut milk and spices really elevate the flavor of the beans.
Ali Mirza
[email protected]This avial was easy to make and very flavorful. I used frozen green beans and they worked just fine. I also added a bit of extra ginger and garlic to taste.
tspalmer1989
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the tender green beans. I will definitely be making this again.
G Robi
[email protected]This avial was absolutely delicious! I used fresh vegetables from my garden and the flavors were incredible. I especially loved the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich texture.