Aloo Beans Sabzi (Potato & French Beans Stir Fry)
A simple North Indian stir-fry with crispy potatoes, tender beans, and bold mustard oil flavor.
Prep. : 10 minutes
Cook. : 10 minutes
Total Time :
20 minutes
Cuisine : Indian
Servings : 3–4 people
🥕 Ingredients
🥔 Vegetables
- Potatoes – 3 medium, cubed
- French beans – 250 g, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- Green chillies – 2, slit
🌶 Spices & Oil
- Mustard oil – 2 tbsp
- Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
- Red chilli powder – 1 tsp
- Salt – to taste
🍳 Method
1️⃣ Heat the Oil
Heat mustard oil in a kadai until it reaches smoking point.
Lower the heat slightly before adding vegetables.
2️⃣ Cook the Potatoes
Add cubed potatoes.
Sauté on high flame until slightly golden and crisp on the edges.
3️⃣ Add the Beans
Add chopped French beans and salt.
Cover and cook on low heat for 5 minutes to soften while retaining color.
4️⃣ Add Spices
Once vegetables are tender, add green chillies, turmeric, and red chilli powder.
Mix well to coat evenly.
5️⃣ Final Crisp Finish
Cook on high heat for 2–3 minutes to lightly char and crisp the vegetables.
💡 Tips
- Cut potatoes and beans evenly for uniform cooking
- Heat mustard oil properly to reduce pungency
- Use a wide pan to avoid steaming instead of frying
- Don’t overcrowd the pan for best crisp texture
A Little More About This Dish
Looking for a quick and nutritious side dish? This Aloo Beans Sabzi is a perfect blend of crispy potatoes and tender French beans cooked in mustard oil for a bold, rustic flavor. Simple yet satisfying, it’s an everyday Indian classic that pairs beautifully with roti or dal-chawal.
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