Stir Fried Cluster Beans

Kothavara Thoran

Ingredients
3 shallots  (chopped)
2 tbsp grated coconut / dessicated coconut
1 tsp cumin
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250g Cluster beans (Kothavara/ Guar beans)
 1 tsp musturd seeds
1 dried chilli
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
Curry leaves
Salt to taste
Method
 Wash & chop beans.
Coarsely grind  first three ingredients & keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan.
Splutter musturd seeds. Add curry leaves a red chilli.
Then add chopped beans & fry for a while.
Add chilli powder, tumeric powder,salt & the blended coconut.
 Add a cup of water, cover & cook for a few minuites.
When the water is completely dried, remove from fire.
Garnish with curry leaves & cumin powder.

Cluster beans are slightly bitter than the  French beans.
These beans are known for it's medicinal properties & is widely used in Ayurveda.
It's good for digestive tract diseases & diabetes.