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Flavorsome Curry String Beans.
Posted on 03 May 2010
Over the years I’ve grown very fond of vegetarian type dishes and if you recall, back in July of last year (wow it’s been almost a year) I shared a recipe for cooking French beans in coconut milk. Today we’re using the same beans (is there a difference between French and string beans?), except they’re called string beans in the Caribbean and we’ll be giving it that added “kick” of flavour with some madras curry powder. In case you’re wondering, YES there is a difference in the curry you get in the Caribbean as compared to the ones from India.
There are 2 things you can add to this dish to make a bit different. 1 You can add some coconut milk to it instead of the water mentioned in the ingredients list. 2. By adding some shredded pieces of salted cod (dry) it gives the dish another level of flavour. But trust-me, the recipe below will amaze you and anyone you share it with.
You’ll Need…
1 lb string beans (French beans)
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/4 hot pepper (habanero, scotch bonnet or any of your faves)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 onion sliced
4 gloves garlic grated or crushed
3 tablespoon water to mix the curry
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup water
* My choice for curry powder has always been the “Raja Jahan Special Madras Curry” which you can easily get at any Caribbean food store if you live outside Trinidad and Tobago or online at Amazon.com.
Start by washing the beans and allow to drain. The next step is to remove both ends (stems) and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces. For faster cooking time I usually then slice these 1 1/2 inch pieces down the middle (see pic below) using a pairing knife. But you don’t have to do this step if you don’t feel like it.
In a saucepan put the oil to heat on medium heat and add 1/2 of the onion and allow to cook for a couple minutes. Then take the curry powder and put it in a bowl with the 3 tablespoon of water (mix around). Then pour that into the pan and stir. Allow that to cook for a minute, then add the rest of the sliced onion, grate the garlic into the pan (or crush) and add the slice of hot pepper. Cook that for a few minutes until most of the liquid dries off, then add the sliced beans and stir around.
Stir thoroughly, add the salt and cook for a few minutes before adding the 3/4 cup of water. Once you add the water, turn down the heat to low, cover and cook for about 20 minutes. Stir about3-4 times during the cooking process.
The finished dish will not be as brilliant green as when you first started and please try to burn off all the liquid that we added. This is great with roti (sada and buss up shut) as well as rice and even breads. And there’s no reason why it can’t be a side dish at your next family dinner. Healthy and tasty, you just can’t beat this one.
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I may be new to this group but am so glad I stumbled upon it. I have already tried some of your recipes to great success, and look forward to more. They bring back memories of when I lived in St. Lucia with my parents and siblings for three years in the mid-70s.
May IS the best month..my son's birthday is on the 12th..Thanks for this dish..was looking for something quick today as I am busy cleaning..Adding some cod fish to this and some basmati rice on the side..voila!
This looks delicious. I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate coconut milk in my cooking. I'll definitely have to try this.
Hi Chris, I really like your recipes. It gives me insight into what other Caribbean cuisine is like. I've had string beans as we call them in Jamaica but never like this. Will definitely give this a try.
Hi Chris thanks for the recipes when i cant think of a menu i come straight to you, my dishes are great and the family always wonder whats next thanks to you.Keep up the good work .
hi everyone!
yes bodi…i miss that. regular US beans just aren't the same. when i described them to a friend of mine from Thailand she said they sould like chinese long bean…. anybody to confirm?
i think i will try this recipe tmorrow! oh and buss up shut i miss terribly! can't wait to try my hand at your post Chris..
i think i'm a little too aggressive on dough, i can't ever seem to get the soft & fluffy results…any guidance?
Hi.. love this site…love that i can find recipes for dishes that grandma or mommy used to make but I never paid attention to what they did to make it =) Keep up the great work!!
This is a great recipe for summer BBQ's teamed up with fish or other vegetarian dishes or all alone. I gave this dish to the kids to create and it came out beautifully. Thanks for posting it and keep up the fine work
So difficult to find TRUE AUTHENTIC recipes from someone who truly loves to cook and eat!
Thank you for posting them, and the photos make things so easy to follow.
Hope you don't ever stop, and the contests are just the curry on the beans, so to speak!
Thank you Thank you Thank you!
I just found your site and love it. These beans look delish and will definately have to try them this way.
I love curry anything, and trying to make my husband a believer as well. I think I burned him out early in our relationship with cooking curry everything. Can't wait to try this though. I love green beans, and it it the only bean my man will eat as well… wish me luck!
thanks so much for these wonderful recipes………….at the end of it all no one can say that you are weak in the kitchen by following these step by step instruction and recipes
Hearts off to Caribbean Pot for a job well done.
God bless you Chris!
I love it and can't wait to try…..
Chris – thank you for the string bean recipe – it certainly reminds me of home!
i never liked string beans even if they were stewed but then i tried this curry recipe and i eat it with roti it tastes delicious and my husband loves my cooking so much.
I've tried many of your vegetarian recipes and this one's a keeper for sure. I also substituted the green beans with long beans or "bora" which came out quite nice as well. Thanks for the great recipes!
thanks for the great idea for green beans i'll sure to try it
I love your website… I am from Guyana and most of your cooking is very similar to mine. Your description is very easy to follow even for the not so great cooks
Keep up the good work and I do forward your website to all my friends.
Hi Chris,
I am definitely going to try the recipe for Curry String Beans. It looks so delicious–I will let you know how it turns out.
Thanks for sharing.
Gilda
Tortola, BVI
Hi Chris,
Thanks for being such a great help in my kitchen. Keep up the good work.
Sarafina
This looks like a great recipe, Im going to try it.. Thank you, have a great week.
Kimberly
Nice easy recipe. so much good Trini food. I sure do miss it!
love this Chris love curry very much doing it with beans make it more appreciative for me to eat. thanks again Chris.
Hi Chris, I got your message. I must say I love the way you explain and show pictures of every step to preparing a dish…I've personally invited few of my friends (those who don't know how to cook – and either to busy or ashamed to go learn how) I've tried your curry with the mustard my brother in law (who feel he's some big time cook) was skeptical but when he tasted it…it was the Bomb! So thanks for the messages on facebook…looking for to what's next.
hey chris i have try this one an it came out the best curry i have ever made thanks
This was a fantastic addition to holiday dishes…I've sent the link to all my friends to explore and learn to cook what they eat at my place.
great recipe.curry or fried.keepup the great work.
ps….did you get my recipe for Corn Soup? Next time I'll take pictures
ABSOLUTELY love all your recipes, have tried a few of the new ones, like the Stewed Pork and breadfruit dish and it was really tasty…fabulous. The curried string bean recipe featured today is exactly the way I cook it for my family using the Raja Jaha curry, which happens to be my favourite brand. Just wanted to let you know that I've recommended Caribbean Pot to all my friends not only on F/B, but personally as well. Keep up the good work, you're the best.
Hi Chris I'm a very busy working mother I do like your recipes. Do you have a recipe for homemade coconut drops? If you do I would love to get it my son and husband loves drops.
I wll send you my oxtail recipie ASAP, also a delicious corn chowder to go with
I love getting the recipies, and I have tried a few. Very good. I will definatly try the green bean one because I love green beans. Have a good day.
Chris,
I really appreciate your efforts to document and amke available to everyone the traditional recipes used here in trinidad and tobago. Your replication as far as I am concerned appears to be very authentic . Reading your recipes and the following instructions reminded me of both my mother's and my grand mother's cooking.
Keep up the good work and if I can contribute in any way I certainly will do so.
Best regards.
Raj
This site is one of the best compliations of authentic caribbean cuisine I’ve found thus far on the web. Keep up the great work Chris!
Hey Chris – Thanks for this, my kids love srting beans and anything curry.
I always refer to this blog for majority of recipie ideas. Oh and Chris, my husband belly thanks you!
I haven't tried this recipe yet but I have tried the curry chicken an ready to make the ultimate chicken stew…………….
This looks absolutely delicious I love string beans and curry. My kids will love this too.
Great recipe, cant wait to try this one! Thanks
Hey Chris,
Great stuff. Lived in PR for 20 years and love Caribbean food. When traveling I always veer into Caribbean Food stops. Jamaican and West Indian are my favs. Love it hot. Had my own hot sauce company in Vieques. Either grew or imported all my chiles. Not much hot in Puerto Rican cuisine. At least until we got there.
Hi Chris,
I always look forward to seeing your name come up in my inbox because I know it means another delicious recipe and this one like all the others has not disappointed! My family loved it and being boys, greens are not their favourite dish so I am always looking for ways to ‘dress up’ the veges and the addition of coconut milk did the trick!
Thanks again. Love this site!
Chiza
Hey Chris
I see u have a cast iron pot in the pics for this recipe. Any ideas where I can find a good one and tips on how to maintain it. I want to cook like my elders
Thanks
Sweet dish and Sweet knife. Gonna cook that tomorrow and hope I win that knife too!!!
hiya Chris, thx for another super recipe I love french beans and how you cook them is great, never thought of doing them this way, but mmmmm yummy heheheh, thx again for fantastic caribbean recipes, always did like the food from that part of the globe.
keep up the good recipes
pete:)
Hey Chris
I have been loving all of your recipes so far and i know u have many more good ones to come, so thanks a lot my family and i do enjoy them. Have a bless day.
Hey chris, "G" here from PR allthough origanaly from FL. Spent yrs in jamaica, antigua, ST martee, ect… Great recipe. One thing I love to use in green beans is pearl onions. Not only do they taste great, they look grat against the green. Take care my freind and keep it up!! "G"
Hey Chris,
I have to agree with you; Taurus is definitely the best best! I just had a birthday a couple of weeks ago. So, Happy birthday to you my friend!!! I absolutley love "CURRY" anything, so these green beans sound delicious! I will have to try this recipe out soon.
Keep those great recipes coming!
Take Care and God Bless…
Hey Chris
Just celebrated my birthday May 24.
Good Curry recipe.
Keep up de good wuk.
Ed
Hi, I’m new to your blog and I have learned so much and plan on making a few of the recipes. I’m not a good cook but hopefully I will be a better cook with your help. Thanks.
Great recipe, I like bodi but will try it with string beans next!