Green beans, also known as string beans or snap beans, are a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One delicious and flavorful way to prepare green beans is to stir-fry them with mustard seeds, cashews, and coconut. This dish is a classic combination of flavors and textures that is sure to please everyone at your table. The mustard seeds add a spicy kick, the cashews provide a creamy richness, and the coconut adds a subtle sweetness and crunch. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is a perfect side dish for any main course.
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GREEN BEANS WITH MUSTARD SEEDS, CASHEWS AND COCONUT
This fragrant, deeply flavored green bean dish works as an intense side dish for a simple meal or as a meatless main course in its own right. Take care when adding the mustard seeds to the skillet - they can pop and jump out of the pan as they heat, so stand back. If you can't find large flakes of dried coconut (also sometimes called chips), you can substitute shredded coconut, as long as it's unsweetened. But ground coconut will be too fine to add the necessary texture.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place a large, dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add coconut flakes and toast, shaking pan occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer flakes to a bowl.
- Heat oil in the same skillet. Add garlic, ginger, mustard seed, turmeric, red pepper flakes and bay leaf. Cook, stirring, 1 minute.
- Stir in basil, green beans and salt. Toss well to coat in oil and seasonings.
- Add 1/3 cup water, cover partly and reduce heat to medium. Cook until beans are tender, about 8 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated and the beans are wilted and lightly colored. Toss in cashews and coconut flakes. Serve over rice, with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 275, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 369 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GREEN BEANS WITH MUSTARD
Steps:
- To make about 1 1/2 pints of Roman mustard combine the mustard seed, vinegar and grape juice, and mix in the salt and cumin. Leave to soak, covered but not sealed for 36 to 48 hours. Put into a food processor and whiz for 1 to 2 minutes or until coarsely ground, then add the almonds and pine nuts and whiz very briefly until they are completely broken up, not over-processed.
- Top and tail the beans, then slice them into 1-inch pieces diagonally. Cook in boiling salted water for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on their age. They should be tender but still have a slight bite. Drain.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in the empty pan. Blend the chili, garlic, and mustard together with a pinch of salt. Add to the pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add the beans and stir thoroughly over a very low heat.
- In a small pan heat the remaining oil, add the mustard seed and cumin, and cover. Cook until they start to splutter. Pour over the beans and serve immediately.
GREEN BEANS WITH MUSTARD OIL AND BLACK MUSTARD SEEDS
Provided by Marialisa Calta
Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish
Time 15m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add salt to taste and the beans. Cook until the beans are tender but still firm, about 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In large skillet, heat the oil with the mustard seeds. As soon as seeds begin to pop, about 2 to 3 minutes, add the scallions. Saute for 20 seconds, then add the beans, tossing them until the oil is evenly distributed.
- Add the cilantro and toss again. Taste for salt and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 92, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 344 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
GREEN BEANS WITH ROASTED TOMATOES AND MUSTARD SEEDS
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except mustard seeds and toss to coat. Transfer green beans and tomatoes. Transfer vegetables to prepared pan and sprinkle mustard seeds over top. Roast 15 to 20 minutes, until vegetables are tender and golden.
COCONUT GREEN BEANS
Quick, easy side dish with a subtle kick. * I originally found this recipe in Jane Kirby's Glamour's Gourmet on The Run (1987), and have since simplified it and reduced the number of ingredients (I'm a cheap college student)--but I recommend checking out the original, which includes cooking with a bay leaf and mustard seeds.
Provided by A. Deume
Categories Vegetable
Time 9m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium skillet, add pepper flakes.
- Sauté green beans until cooked.
- Add coconut, sauté until heated (be careful not to brown).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 7.6, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.2
HARICOTS VERTS WITH MUSTARD SEEDS AND TOASTED COCONUT
Time 20m
Yield Makes 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cook beans in a 3-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes, then drain in a colander. Rinse under cold running water to stop cooking and drain well.
- Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook coconut, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
- Cook mustard seeds in remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat, covered, shaking skillet, until popping subsides, about 1 minute.
- Add beans to skillet with salt to taste and sauté, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Serve sprinkled with coconut.
SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH COCONUT
Categories Side Sauté Quick & Easy Coconut Green Bean Hot Pepper Seed Gourmet Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir together coconut and water in a bowl. Let soak at room temperature until water is absorbed, about 1 hour.
- Cook beans in a 6-quart heavy pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until crisp-tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer beans to a colander set in a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain well.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then add mustard seeds, chile, and bay leaf and sauté, stirring, until mustard seeds make popping sounds, about 1 minute. Add beans and stir until coated with oil. Add coconut mixture and cook, stirring, until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Discard bay leaf and season with salt and pepper.
- *Available at kalustyans.com.
FRIED GREEN BEANS WITH COCONUT
Spicy green beans with unsweetened coconut. Great with curries. Black mustard seeds can be found at spice shops.
Provided by Outta Here
Categories Coconut
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 10-inch heavy skillet or 12-inch wok, heat the butter over moderate heat until a drop of cold water dropped into it splutters instantly. Add the mustard seeds and fry for 30 seconds.
- Thoroughly stir in the onion, ginger, salt and pepper; cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
- Add the green bean pieces. Stirring constantly, add the cayenne and fry for 5 minutes longer.
- Add the coconut and cilantro, reduce the heat to low, and cover the pan. Stirring occasionally, cook for 5-8 minutes more, or until the beans are crisp-tender.
- Sprinkle with lemon juice, taste for seasoning, and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.9, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 593, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.2, Protein 3
Tips:
- Choose fresh green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and crisp. Avoid beans that are wilted or have blemishes.
- Trim the green beans: Trim the ends of the green beans before cooking. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired.
- Use a variety of spices: This recipe uses mustard seeds, cashews, and coconut, but you can also use other spices that you like. Some good options include cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
- Cook the green beans until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of green beans that you are using. Cook the beans until they are tender but still slightly crunchy.
- Serve the green beans immediately: Green beans are best served immediately after they are cooked. You can garnish the beans with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Green Beans with Mustard Seeds, Cashews, and Coconut is a delicious and easy way to prepare this healthy vegetable. The mustard seeds, cashews, and coconut add a unique flavor to the beans, and the dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this recipe a try!
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