Curry with potatoes and green beans
2 servings
20 minutes
Curry with potatoes and green beans is a vibrant dish of Indian cuisine, infused with the warmth of spices and rich flavors. The history of curry traces back to ancient India, where the combination of spices was used to create aromatic and rich flavor compositions. In this curry version, potatoes absorb the spicy aromas of cumin, turmeric, and chili, while green beans add freshness and a light texture. Tomatoes and tomato paste give the sauce a gentle tanginess, while lime juice finishes the composition with a light citrus note. The dish is versatile and pairs wonderfully with rice or flatbreads, creating a hearty and fragrant meal that warms you up and offers a flavorful journey to the heart of India.
1
Place the pan over medium heat and heat the oil. Add cumin and sauté for 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Cumin (zira): 1 teaspoon
2
Add diced potatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Potato: 4 pieces
3
Season with salt, ground chili, and turmeric, and sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground chili pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
- Turmeric: 0.5 teaspoon
4
Chop the garlic and ginger, add to the potatoes, mix and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Ginger: 10 g
5
Add green beans, chopped tomato, and tomato paste. Stir and cook for a few more minutes until the potatoes are soft. Remove from heat and drizzle with lime juice.
- Green beans: 200 g
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Tomato paste: 1 teaspoon
- Lime juice: 1 teaspoon