Bengali-Style Green Beans

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 15

Authentic Bengali-Style Green Beans to spice up your mealtime

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons whole brown mustard seeds ( or a combination of brown and yellow mustard seeds ) or 2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds ( or a combination of brown and yellow mustard seeds )
	3/4 cup water
	3 3 tablespoons olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
	1 medium onion , quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced
	3/4 lb green beans , cut into 1-inch-long pieces
	1 1/4 teaspoons salt
	1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
	1 fresh hot green chili pepper , cut into long slivers ( DO NOT remove the seeds )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

10g

Bengali-Style Green Beans is a spicy and flavorful vegetarian recipe from Bangladesh. It's a popular dish to serve during celebrations and family gatherings. This dish can be found in most Bengali households and is often enjoyed with rice for lunch or dinner. The Green Bean is widely available throughout the year and can be found fresh in most markets. The Mustard seeds and chili peppers give a unique and pungent flavor to the dish, making it a must-try for all spice lovers out there. You can enjoy this recipe as a side dish or a light meal on its own.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix the mustard seeds with water and let sit for 5 minutes.
2.	In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and stir occasionally until lightly browned for 6 to 7 minutes.
3.	Add green beans and sprinkle with salt, stir well.
4.	Add mustard seeds mixture and chili pepper, stir well.
5.	Cover the skillet with a lid and cook over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes until the beans are tender but not mushy.
6.	Check seasoning and decorate with fresh cilantro. Serve warm.

PROS

Bengali-Style Green Beans is a delightful flavorful dish that can be served next to your meat dishes or as a vegetarian main.
It’s healthy, light, and refreshing, perfect for the summer season.
The spices add a unique flavor while the beans give you enough nutrients and fiber for your daily needs.

CONS

Some might find the mustard and chili pepper too hot to handle.
Also, if you are not a fan of the texture of green beans, this recipe might not be for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bengali-Style Green Beans is excellent for the digestive system and can prevent constipation. It’s also low in calories as one serving contains approximately 150 calories only. The Mustard seeds have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which help in fighting diseases and boosting the immune system. Green Beans are an excellent source of vitamins, fibers, and minerals that can lower blood cholesterol and sugar.