Indian Green Bean, Baby Corn and Green Onion Appetizer
4 servings
30 minutes
This snack made from green beans, young corn, and green onions reflects the warm and rich aromas of Indian cuisine. Fresh herbs and sweet corn soaked in butter and spices create a harmonious balance of flavors—delicate, sweet with a hint of paprika's spiciness and aromatic notes of celery seeds. The dish is simple to prepare yet offers refined gastronomic pleasure. The lightness of the beans and juiciness of the corn make it an ideal complement to main dishes or a standalone snack. This recipe conveys the traditions of Indian cuisine where the freshness of ingredients plays a key role. It can be served with hot flatbreads or rice to highlight its rich flavor.
1
Carefully slice the ears into thin circles with a sharp knife.
- Baby corn: 6 pieces
2
Cut the beans into small pieces and boil in salted boiling water for about 3 minutes until soft. Transfer to a plate and cool.
- Green beans: 500 g
- Coarse salt: to taste
3
Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add finely chopped green onions and celery seeds. Cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes until the onions are soft.
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Green onion tops (scallion greens): 1 bunch
- Celery seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
4
Add corn and salt. Fry for another 3-5 minutes.
- Baby corn: 6 pieces
- Coarse salt: to taste
5
Then add the beans and paprika. Season with salt and pepper and cook for a couple more minutes until the beans are heated through.
- Green beans: 500 g
- Paprika: 0.8 teaspoon
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste