Beans Aloo Recipe
Beans Aloo Recipe is a classic North Indian dish that combines beans and potatoes in a flavorful, spiced gravy. The dish is easy to prepare and can be made with simple ingredients found in most kitchens. Beans and potatoes are cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce that is flavored with a blend of aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The dish is traditionally served with rice or naan bread.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1.5 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp Cumin (Jeera)
- 2 potatoes chopped
- 1 cup French beans chopped
- ¼ tsp aamchur / dry mango powder
- coriander leaves / cilantro
Instructions
Preparation
- Assemble all ingredients together to avoid last minute rush.
- Wash, peel and chop potatoes into small pieces.
- Also, chop French beans in smaller pieces.
Cooking
- Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a kadai or pan over medium to low flame.
- Add 1 tsp cumin seeds in it and let the cumin crackle.
- Now, add salt, turmeric, coriander powder and red chili powder in the oil.
- Saute the spices well for few seconds.
- Then, add chopped potatoes in the pan and fry for 1-2 minutes with the spices.
- Now, add chopped beans and mix with the potatoes so that everything is mixed well.
- Cover the pan with the lid and cook for 10 mins or until veggies are cooked properly. Stir occasionally.
- When potatoes and beans are cooked properly, sprinkle ¼ tsp dry mango powder/ amchur powder. Mix well with the veggies.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and serve with roti or paratha.
Equipment Used for This Recipe
Step by Step Video of Recipe
Notes & Tips
- This Recipe can be made with boiled or raw potatoes and fresh or frozen beans.
- Please keep in mind, fresh beans and raw potatoes will take longer time to cook.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Beans Aloo Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
142
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
0.4
g
3
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
594
mg
26
%
Potassium
527
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
21
g
7
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
272
IU
5
%
Vitamin B1
0.1
mg
7
%
Vitamin B2
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
1
mg
5
%
Vitamin B5
0.4
mg
4
%
Vitamin B6
0.4
mg
20
%
Vitamin C
24
mg
29
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
18
µg
17
%
Calcium
31
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
35
mg
9
%
Zinc
0.4
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.