Looking for more green bean recipes? Be sure to try out these garlicky green beans, south Indian green beans called paruppu usili, or this classic Thanksgiving vegan green bean casserole. Versions of stir-fried and braised green beans can be found across the Caribbean, like these simple Trinidadian green beans spiced with an aromatic amchar masala blend. This is an incredibly simple recipe, and it turns this plain-Jane veggie into a gorgeous, mouthwatering side dish you’d be proud to serve family and/or friends. In Trinidad, this dish would be made with long beans (bodi), but I use regular green beans, which are more easily sourced here. Because the spices in this recipe are Indian-inspired, I often serve these Trinidadian green beans with a simple, homemade dal. You can also serve them with a flatbread, like roti or this Trinidadian inspired roti stuffed with chickpeas.
Why you will love this recipe
Flavorful green beans. Green beans are not always easy to love, but this recipe takes these veggies to the next level. The beans are juicy and tender with the slightest bite, and each mouthful explodes with the flavor of the amchar spices. Easy recipe. The recipe takes just minutes to put together and a few more minutes to cook to perfection. Make-ahead friendly. You can make and store these in the refrigerator for up to three days ahead. If you plan to freeze them, check out the storage instructions below. Soy-free, nut-free, gluten-free and vegan recipe.
How to make Trinidadian Green Beans
Storage instructions
Refrigerate: Store the Trinidadian green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Freeze: Freeze the beans for up to three months in a freezer-safe container. Reheat: Thaw and reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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Recipe card
Spices: Cumin seeds, jalapeno pepper or another moderately spicy green pepper, garlic, amchar masala, curry powder and turmeric (optional, because the curry powder already has some turmeric added). Red onion. This adds a wonderful, aromatic base for the green bean curry, along with the garlic.
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