Cluster Beans Curry in Green Masala (Gawarichi Bhaaji)

Cluster Beans Curry in Green Masala (Gawarichi Bhaaji)

This veggie is a variation that I learnt from my aunt. I normally used to make it with just onions, potatoes or pumpkin. But this one will surprise you! 

Ingredients

1/4 kg cluster beans

2 medium sized onions

For the masala

3-4 twigs green coriander

1 inch ginger

2-3 garlic cloves

2 green chillies

For the seasoning 

2 tbsp oil

1 tsp mustard seeds

1 pinch asafoetida

1/2 tsp carom seeds (owa/ajwain)

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1/2 tsp chilly powder

salt to taste 

Method

1. Wash and cut the beans in medium sized pieces. 
2. Dice the onions in medium size. 

3. Heat oil in a pan/kadhai. 

4. Add mustard seeds, carom seeds and asafoetida. Once they splutter, add turmeric powder and chilly powder. 

5. Add the chopped onions and saute till they become translucent. 

6. Add the beans and saute. 

7. Cover with a lid and let it cook on medium heat for 5 minutes. We don't wish the beans to loose their natural color. 

8. In the meanwhile, grind the masala. Add it to the beans and stir for a minute. Also add salt to taste. Let the whole thing remain juicy, but not watery!

Your curry is ready to serve!

Tip:

We don't add salt in the beginning because cluster beans have a tendency to reduce in size. Once they are cooked, we know the exact quantity of the serving!