Lima Beans Curry Recipe

Like most other legumes, Lima Beans are said to have properties that aid in lowering cholesterol, are high in dietary fiber and especally good for diabetic people as it prevents the blood-sugar level from rising after a meal.
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Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In20 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthy++Servings5
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group, , ,

Ingredients

 Frozen lima beans2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Onion1 , finely chopped
 Tomatoes2 Medium, chopped
 Green chilies2 , split lengthwise
 Kasuri methi/Dried fenugreek leaves2 Tablespoon
 Cumin seeds1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Turmeric powder1 Pinch
 Coriander powder/Dhaniya1 Teaspoon
 Yogurt1 Tablespoon
 Salt To Taste

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 100 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1 g1.6%

Saturated Fat 0.23 g1.1%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0.39 mg0.13%

Sodium 88.5 mg3.7%

Total Carbohydrates 18 g6.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.5%

Sugars 3.7 g

Protein 6 g11.1%

Vitamin A 11.9% Vitamin C 54.6%

Calcium 4.6% Iron 14.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Boil the Lima Beans for about 3 minutes and keep aside.

Heat 2 tbs oil in a skillet. Add cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle. Add onions, turmeric powder and saute until onions begin to change color.

Add chopped tomatoes and green chillies. Add salt and chilly powder. Stir, Cover and continue to cook for a minute or so. Remove lid and mash the tomato into a pulp.

Add fenugreek leaves and coriander powder. Mix well and cook for another minute. When most of the water gets evaporated, add 1 tbs of yogurt and mix.

Add the boiled lima beans and 0.25 cups of water. Cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove lid and continue cooking until water evporates or curry reaches desired consistency.

Serve Hot with Roti/Pulka

Comments

ifoodiee profile page

ifoodiee says :

Hi Snigdha, this looks good....i guess i can experiment with different kind of beans but with the same preparation too...
Posted on: 25 May 2009 - 9:30am
Snigdha profile page

Snigdha says :

Yes! ifoodiee. You may experiment with other kinds of beans as well!
Posted on: 26 May 2009 - 5:52pm
veg foodie profile page

veg foodie says :

hi snigdha... this looks lovely as usual. one question. although i like kasoori methi, my folks at home are not a fan, any suggestion as to what can I use instead of that?? thanks!
Posted on: 15 May 2009 - 2:19am
Snigdha profile page

Snigdha says :

You can choose not to use Kasoori Methi. I add it beacuse I really like its flavor but its not a mandatory ingredient.
Posted on: 22 May 2009 - 1:32pm
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