French Beans with Coconut

Ingredients:
French Beans – 225 gms, cut into thin slices
Onion – 1, medium, finely sliced
Red Chilli Powder – 3/4 tsp
Cumin Powder – 2 tsp
Black Pepper Powder – 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder – 3/4 tsp
Water – 1/4 cup
Coconut – 1/2  tblsp, desiccated
Lemon Juice – 1/2 tsp
Salt as per taste

Method:
1. Mix the red chilli powder, cumin powder, pepper powder and turmeric powder.
2. Keep aside in an airtight jar till required.
3. Heat oil in a pan.
4. Fry the onions till soft and add the tomatoes.
5. Mix 1/2 tsp of the mixed masala powder (step 1) with little water.
6. Add to the pan and simmer.
7. Add the beans with remaining water and cover pan with a lid.
8. Simmer on low heat for 5 to 10 minutes.
9. Add coconut and lemon juice.
10. Remove the lid and simmer until thick and vegetables are cooked.
11. Serve hot with rice.

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