Cajun Style Green Beans
Indian Indian - Chicken Curries

Cajun Style Green Beans

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 400 g frozen fine green beans
  • • 1 medium onion (peeled and sliced)
  • • 1 garlic clove (peeled and crushed)
  • • 2 smoked bacon medallions (cut into thin strips)
  • • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • • salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • • low-calorie cooking spray

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook gently for 8-10 minutes, until golden and softening.

2
Phase 2

Add the bacon and Cajun seasoning, stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bacon is cooked.

3
Phase 3

Increase the heat and add the frozen beans and lemon juice (there's no need to defrost the beans first). Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, until the beans are tender with a little 'bite', bright green and piping hot throughout.

4
Phase 4

Taste and season well if needed. Serve with a main dish of your choice!