Bihari French Cut Green Bean Masala Recipe

Ingredients for Bihari French Cut Green Bean Masala

• 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or coconut recommended)
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds
• Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 pound French cut green beans (fresh or frozen)
• 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

How to Make Bihari French Cut Green Bean Masala

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup slivered almonds and toast for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly golden.
2. Remove the toasted almonds from the pan and set aside.
3. Add 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste), 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, and 1 teaspoon coriander seeds to the pan. Sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4. Add 1 medium onion, finely chopped, to the pan. Cook for 4 minutes, or until translucent.
5. Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced, during the last minute of onion cooking.
6. Add 1 pound French cut green beans (fresh or frozen) to the pan. Toss to coat with the spices and oil.
7. Pour in 1 (13.5 ounce) can of full-fat coconut milk and 2 tablespoons of lime juice.
8. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp.
9. Serve hot, garnished with the toasted almonds and 2 tablespoons of fresh cilantro, chopped.