Achingya Thoren Kerala Style Green Bean Curry

Treat your taste buds to the authentic flavors of Kerala with Achingya Thoren, a vibrant green bean curry delicately spiced and enriched with fresh coconut. This traditional stir-fry dish combines tender green beans with a fragrant blend of shallots, garlic, green chilies, and turmeric, all brought to life with the sizzling warmth of coconut oil, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. The magic lies in the unique coconut mixture, lightly crushed to release its rich flavors, and gently cooked with the beans until perfectly tender. Simple yet packed with coastal charm, Achingya Thoren is a quick 25-minute recipe that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or flaky Kerala parathas. Discover the essence of South Indian home cooking with this comforting and wholesome dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Green beans (trimmed and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces)
• 1 cup Grated coconut (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 4 pieces Shallots (thinly sliced)
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (crushed)
• 2 pieces Green chilies (slit lengthwise)
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Mustard seeds
• 2 pieces Dried red chilies
• 1 sprig Curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the ends of the green beans, then chop them into 1/2 inch pieces.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the grated coconut, shallots, garlic, green chilies, and turmeric powder. Use your hands to mix well and slightly crush the mixture to release the flavors.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the coconut oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 5

Add the dried red chilies and curry leaves, stirring for a few seconds until aromatic.

Step 6

Add the chopped green beans to the skillet and mix well with the tempered spices.

Step 7

Add the coconut mixture to the beans and mix thoroughly to ensure even coating.

Step 8

Sprinkle salt and water over the mixture, then cover the pan with a lid.

Step 9

Cook on low-medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.

Step 10

Once the beans are tender and the coconut mixture has softened, remove the lid and stir-fry for another 2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.

Step 11

Turn off the heat and serve the Achingya Thoren warm with steamed rice or Kerala parathas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	759.4 grams (759.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1201

Total Fat 95.60g	123%
Saturated Fat 83.00g	415%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1270mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 87.00g	32%
Dietary Fiber 36.40g	130%
Total Sugars 35.70g
Protein 19.10g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236mg	18%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 2143mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 27.1%