Guvar Nu Shaak

Guvar is known as cluster beans. Guvars are famous Indian vegetables and can easily be found in Indian grocery stores. They are smaller, thinner, and have a slightly bitter taste.

Guvar Nu Shaak is a simple Gujarati subzi made with guvar and everyday spices. It can be served warm with roti, bhakri, or poori. Guvar Nu Shaak is often served with rice and dal for a complete meal. I have made Guvar Nu Shaak for the first time using the recipe, and it turned out to be PERFECT!!!

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups Guvar
• 4 chopped vine tomatoes
• 2 tbsp grated garlic
• 3 tbsp sunflower oil
• 2 dry Kashmiri red chilies
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
• 1 tbsp Turbinado sugar
• salt to taste
• cilantro leaves for garnish

How to make Guvar Nu Shaak using the following recipe:

1. Wash guvar.  Cut the head and tail of the guvars(top and bottom parts) and discard them.  
2. Cut all guvars into half.
3. Heat the oil in a pan; add mustard seeds and cumin seeds.  Next, add red chilies and garlic.  
4. Saute for about 30 seconds.  Now add guvar and fry them on low flame for 7 to 10 minutes with the lid covered.  Stir occasionally.  
5. Add turmeric powder and salt and mix well.  
6. Now add tomatoes and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes until the tomato is soft.  Stir occasionally.  
7. Add sugar and Kashmiri red chili powder.  Stir and cook it for about 2 to 3 minutes with the lid covered.  
8. Finally, garnish it with cilantro leaves and serve.