Aloo Beans / Indian Green Beans Recipe - Instant Pot & Stovetop
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
118 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Aloo Beans / Indian Green Beans Recipe - Instant Pot & Stovetop
Description
Aloo Beans / Indian Green Beans Recipe features green beans and potatoes cooked together with spices including cumin seeds, coriander powder, and turmeric powder. The addition of garlic and green chili adds aromatic depth and optional heat. The use of dry mango powder brightens the flavor with a tangy note. Cooking methods include pressure cooking in an Instant Pot or sautéing on the stovetop, both yielding tender vegetables with some retained bite. The cumin seeds are toasted at the start to release fragrance, while the gentle simmer melds the flavors. This vegetable side is typically served alongside Indian staples like roti or naan, providing a simple yet satisfying accompaniment.
When preparing, adjust the amount of green chili to your preferred heat level. The optional quick release of pressure helps maintain the green beans' vibrant color. The recipe was developed using a 6-quart Instant Pot DUO60, but the stovetop method works just as well for those without pressure cookers.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds aka Jeera
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 green chili pepper chopped (optional)
- 2 cup green beans chopped in 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 potato medium, cubed into small peices
- 3 tablespoon water
Spices
- 2 teaspoon coriander powder dhaniya powder
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder ground, aka Haldi powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dry mango powder can be replaced with lemon juice, aka amchur
Instructions
For Instant Pot Method
- Start the instant pot in sauté mode, heat it and then add oil. Heating the pot first helps later, so the veggies don't stick to the bottom. Then add cumin seeds, garlic and green chili.
- When the cumin seeds start to splutter, add chopped green beans, potatoes and water. Add spices except dry mango powder and mix well. If anything is stuck to the bottom of the pot, scrape it off.
- Close the instant pot lid, and change setting to manual or pressure cook mode at high pressure for 2 minutes. When the instant pot beeps, release the pressure after 5 minutes of the beep. (Note: Quick release also works well for this recipe to retain the color of the green beans)
- Mix in the dry mango powder. If there is any water, change the setting to saute mode and get it to your desired consistency. Aloo Beans are ready to be served with roti or naan.
For Stovetop Method
- Heat a pan on medium heat and add oil to it. Then add cumin seeds, garlic and green chili. Saute for a few seconds.
- When the cumin seeds start to splutter, add chopped green beans, potatoes and water. Add spices except dry mango powder and mix well.
- Cover the pan with a lid, and cook on medium-low heat until the potatoes and green beans are cooked and tender. This will take about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Mix in the dry mango powder. If there is any remaining liquid, then cook uncovered for a couple of minutes. Aloo Beans are ready to be served with roti or naan.
Notes
- Adjust green chili quantity to suit your heat preference, using Thai, Birdeye, or Serrano peppers as desired.
- For vibrant green beans, use quick pressure release; for softer texture, allow natural pressure release.
- This recipe was originally made in a 6-quart Instant Pot DUO60 model; adjust time slightly for other sizes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 118 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 175g | |
| Calories | 118kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 842mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 481mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 595IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 22.4mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3.6mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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