Beans Carrot Thoran

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• Serves: 2 people
• Cooking: 20 minutes
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Thoran is a staple of everyday Kerala lunch/dinner. This bean-carrot thoran is made by stir-frying beans and carrots with shallot, grated coconut, and green chili. What makes thoran truly special is that it is simple, quick to prepare, healthy, and flavorful. Though the recipe is easy to make, the cooking technique enhances the flavor of these basic ingredients which are easily available.

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Ingredients

• Salt - To Taste
• Curry Leaves - 1 few
• Cinnamon - 1 small
• Mustard Seed - 1 teaspoon
• Carrot - 3/4 Cup
• Grated coconut - 1/2 Cup
• Beans - 1 cut bunch
• Green chilies - 2-3 crushed number
• Shallot - 2 crushed number
• Cumin Seeds - 1/4 teaspoon
• Turmeric Powder - 1/4 teaspoon

Directions

1. Cut the beans and carrots, and cook them with salt until tender.
2. Add crushed coconut, green chilies, cumin, and shallots. Mix well.
3. Add turmeric and let it cook with the vegetables.
4. Once the beans and carrots are cooked, add the crushed cinnamon and stir well. Close the lid and let it simmer.
5. In a separate pan, heat oil, add mustard seeds and curry leaves, and mix well.
6. Add this tempering to the cooked vegetables and mix.

The Story Behind Beans Carrot Thoran

This is my idea of the perfect Sunday lunch side dish—simple to make yet nourishing and ever so tasty. I love this recipe so much for its simplicity! It's delicious and requires minimum effort for maximum taste. A sprinkle of salt, stir-fried beans and carrots, grated coconut, shallot, and a pinch of turmeric powder make these vegetarian sides yummy but without an ounce of guilt, as they are healthy, too.

Most homes in Kerala whip up different variations of thoran daily. It's a reliable recipe that you can count on, especially when you are short on time. It utilizes any vegetable combined with coconut and onion.

The green beans, carrot thoran vegan fare will fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma within minutes. What's more, do you want to know the health benefits of thoran? It offers several health benefits due to its ingredients. It is a rich source of protein, fiber, and iron and is generally low in fat, especially when cooked with heart-healthy coconut oil. The addition of grated coconut adds healthy fats, fiber, and minerals like magnesium and potassium.

Pro Tips for Perfect Results

 If possible, select tender carrots for this thoran recipe.  With regard to beans, choose tender beans which doesn't have much of fibrous ends.  Use freshly grated coconut if possible.  The onion should be used in a lower ratio than the vegetables. Excess onion will cause the thoran to release a lot of moisture as it rests.

Beans Carrot Thoran Variations

Though French beans or string beans are commonly used to make this thoran, you can use any variety of beans, such as runner beans or yardlong beans.

Storing & Reheating Tips

Thorans can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If stored in an airtight container and kept at a consistent temperature below 40°F, they stay good for up to a week. Or else, they can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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