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Methi Double Beans Pongal
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Methi Double Beans Pongal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Patna cooking — Methi Double Beans Pongal brings a methi touch with a classic pongal finish. About 42 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 17 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Kasuri Methi2 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Butter Beans250 g, chopped

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

Chef's tip

Finish with a spoon of ghee for shine and aroma.

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Watch how it's made

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