Long beans (Thatta Payathangai) Masala

Long beans are a versatile vegetable that can be used in many ways. This tasty masala is made with beans, tomatoes, onions and spices.

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Long beans (Thatta Payathangai) Masala

Long beans are a versatile vegetable that can be used in may ways. This tasty masala is made with beans, tomatoes, onions and spices.

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups long beans (cut into 1 inch pieces)
• 1½ cup red onions (chopped)
• ¾ cup tomato (chopped)
• 6 garlic cloves
• 10 curry leaves
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tsp masala powder
• 2 tsp coriander powder
• 2 tbsp oil
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp fennel seeds
• ½ tsp black pepper
• salt to taste

Instructions

• Heat oil in a pan. Once hot, add cumin, fennel seeds and black pepper.
• One the cumin and fennel seeds start to brown, add chopped onions and garlic.
• Saute for 3-4 minutes. The raw smell should fade.
• Add turmeric powder and saute for 1 minute.
• Then, add chopped long beans and saute for 2 minutes.
• Next, add masala powder and coriander powder. Mix well.
• Add chopped tomatoes and salt.
• Saute for 2-3 minutes. The tomatoes should become soft.
• Add curry leaves and cover the pan with a lid.
• Cook on medium flame for 7-8 minutes. The long beans should be well cooked.
• Check for salt and spice. Adjust as needed. If needed, sprinkle water and let the long beans cook well. Remove from heat when done.
• Serve as a side dish.

• Check out our Masala Powder recipe for this dish