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Cluster Beans Poriyal

Cluster Beans Poriyal

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Cluster Beans Poriyal is a healthy and nutritious South Indian stir-fry made with fresh cluster beans and grated coconut. This preparation is celebrated for its simple yet robust flavor profile, where the slight bitterness of the beans is perfectly balanced by the sweet, nutty aroma of fresh coconut. The dish is tempered with mustard seeds, lentils, and curry leaves in coconut oil, offering a warm and savory experience that is characteristic of Tamil Brahmin cuisine. It is a staple side dish in everyday South Indian meals and is prized for its high fiber and protein content. Best served hot with sambar-rice or as an accompaniment to a simple rasam meal.

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

250g Cluster Beans (Gawar Phali), chopped finely
1/2 cup Fresh Coconut, grated
1 tsp Mustard seeds
1 tsp Urad Dal (Split Black Gram)
2 Dry Red Chilies
A sprig of Fresh Curry Leaves
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
2 tbsp Coconut Oil
Salt to taste
A pinch of Hing (Asafoetida)
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Steaming the cluster beans before stir-frying is the secret to retaining their vibrant green color and crunchy texture.
  • Using coconut oil is essential for the authentic taste of this South Indian Poriyal; avoid using neutral seed oils.
  • Chop the beans very finely; this allows the coconut and tempering to coat each piece thoroughly for a better mouthfeel.
  • Freshly grated coconut is superior to frozen; it provides a much more intense aroma and natural sweetness to the dish.

Nutritional Information(Per 150g)

Calories

110 kcal

Protein

4g

Fat

6g

Carbs

12g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.