Avarakkai poriyal | Broad beans stir fry

Ingredients

• 20 Avarakkai
• 1 tsp Black pepper (crushed )
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• Salt
• 1 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp Mustard
• Curry leaves - a sprig

Instructions

1. 1

   Firstly, using a paring knife, cut the top/ tail and eliminate the excess fiber.

2. 2

   Secondly, check for any worms/ insects by holding the avarakkai against light as shown below.

3. 3

   Repeat to finish and wash the broad beans properly.

4. 4

   Stack 4-5 at a time and chop finely.

5. 5

   Heat oil in kadai and splutter mustard. Add curry leaves, followed by chopped broad beans.

6. 6

   Give it a mix. Sprinkle required salt, turmeric and saute for 2 mins.

7. 7

   Add one or two tablespoon water and cook covered for 2 more minutes, stirring once in between.

8. 8

   Once water is absorbed and the broad beans is cooked, add crushed pepper and cook for 1 min.