Achinga Payar Thoran

 

Achinga Payar Thoran (Long Beans Stir Fry With Coconut)

Ingredients

1. Achinga payar (long beans) – 250 grams, finely chopped

2. Grated coconut – 5 tbsp

3. Green chilies – 3

4. Shallots – 8, sliced thin

5. Turmeric powder – ¼ tsp

6. Mustard seeds – 1 tsp

7. cumin seeds – ¼ tsp

8. Curry leaves – 2 sprigs

9. Dry red chilies – 3, broken

10. Coconut oil – 2 tbsp

11. Salt – to taste

12. Water – 3 tbsp

Method

1. Wash and finely chop the achinga payar. Set aside.

2. Heat coconut oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

3. Add curry leaves and broken dry red chilies. Sauté for a few seconds.

4. Add sliced shallots and sauté until soft and translucent.

5. Add chopped beans, salt, and 3 tablespoons of water. Mix well.

6. Cover and cook on low heat until the beans are tender and the water has evaporated.

7. Meanwhile, in a small mixer jar, add grated coconut, green chilies, jeera, and turmeric powder. Crush lightly (do not grind to a paste).

8. Once the beans are cooked, add the crushed coconut mixture to the pan.

9. Mix well and sauté for 2–3 minutes until the coconut is well blended and the dish is dry.

10. Turn off the flame. Your Achinga Thoran is ready to be served!