Spiced Up Fresh Green Beans

Green Beans are an everyday staple in my household. We cook it almost once a week.  Green beans are also called Fansi Nu Shaak.

Cooking Difficulty Level:  Easy
Cooking Time: 20-25 Minutes
Recipe Type: Vegan

Ingredients:

2	Pounds	Fresh Green Beans
2	Tablespoons	Oil
1/2		Small Chopped Onion (optional)
1/4	Teaspoon	Red Chili Powder
1/4	Teaspoon	Turmeric
2	Teaspoons	Coriander & Cumin Powder
1	Teaspoon	Ajwain
	Pinch	Asafoetida
		Fresh Grated Coconut to garnish
		Chopped Cilantro to garnish
		Salt to taste

Washed & Cut Green Beans

How to prepare:

1. Wash, trim, and chop green beans into small pieces.
2. Heat oil in a medium sauce pan with a lid.
3. Add Ajwain, Asafoetida, and Green Beans.
4. Add Salt, Turmeric, Coriander, and Cumin Powder.
5. Stir well and cover.
6. Reduce heat to low, mix well, and cook for 10 minutes until done.
7. Garnish with Cilantro and Chopped Onion.
8. Slivered Almonds and Shaved Coconut Flakes can also be used as garnish.
9. An easy variation of this recipe would be to add small cut potatoes, chopped onions, or peas.
10. It is ideal with Roti,  Rice and any kind of Dals.