Ingredients

• 1/2 kg - gavar
• 1 .5 tsp - goda masala
• 1 tsp - coriander seed powder
• 1/2 tsp - mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp - cumin seed powder
• 1/2 tsp - turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp - oil
• a pinch asafetida
• an inch wide piece jaggery
• salt to taste

How to Make Gavari Chi Bhaji (Thin Green Beans)

• Wash and dry the gavar.
• String each bean and break it into 2 or 3 even sized pieces taking off remaining strings at each break.
• Heat oil in a wok and season with mustard seed, asafetida and turmeric.
• Then add the chopped gavar and saute.
• Sprinkle the goda masala, coriander and cumin seed powders over the vegetable and mix.
• Also add the jaggery now.
• Cook covered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Use a steel plate as a lid for the skillet. On it pour a little drinking water.
• As this heats, it help to cook the gavar.
• Finally, add the water on the lid to the bhaji if it requires more moisture.
• Stir in the salt. Serve with polis, rice and varan.