Low Carb Beans Poriyal
Embrace the flavors of South India with this Low Carb Beans Poriyal—a vibrant, nutrient-packed stir-fry that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Featuring tender green beans sautéed with aromatic spices like mustard seeds, cumin, and curry leaves, this recipe is elevated with the rich nuttiness of grated coconut and the subtle warmth of dried red chilies. Prepared in coconut oil for added depth, this quick and easy dish is naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and perfect for keto-friendly meals. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, Low Carb Beans Poriyal makes a flavorful side dish to pair with cauliflower rice, grilled protein, or any low-carb main course, bringing a burst of traditional Indian flavors to your table!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams Green beans
- 50 grams Grated coconut
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Urad dal (split black gram)
- 2 pieces Dried red chili
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 10 leaves Curry leaves
- 50 milliliters Water
Directions
Step 1
Wash the green beans thoroughly and pat them dry. Trim the ends and chop the beans into small pieces, approximately 1/4 inch in length.
Step 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Step 4
Add the cumin seeds, urad dal, dried red chili, and curry leaves. Sauté these ingredients for 1-2 minutes until the urad dal turns golden brown.
Step 5
Add the chopped green beans to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Sprinkle turmeric powder and salt over the beans and mix thoroughly.
Step 7
Pour in the water, cover the pan with a lid, and reduce the heat to low. Allow the beans to cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Step 8
Add the grated coconut to the pan and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
Step 9
Taste and adjust the salt if necessary.
Step 10
Turn off the heat and transfer the beans poriyal to a serving dish. Serve hot as a side dish with rice or any low-carb main dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (450.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 581.0 |
| Total Fat 46.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1579.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.8g | |
| Protein 10.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 181.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1072.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories