Authentic Malabar Groceries & South Indian Essentials
Fresh Avarakkai (Broad Beans/Valor Papdi) - Tender Green Beans | MalabarMart.co.
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Nutritious & Tender: Fresh Avarakkai (Field Beans), Available at MalabarMart.co.uk
Enhance your culinary repertoire with Fresh Avarakkai, a nutrient-dense legume celebrated across South Indian and Gujarati kitchens. Known as Amarakka (അമരക്ക) in Malayalam, Avarakkai (அவரைக்காய்) in Tamil, and Valor Papdi or Sem Phali (सेम फली) in Hindi, these long, flat, and light-green pods are a cornerstone of healthy home cooking. Sourced for their crisp texture and mild, earthy sweetness, our broad beans are the essential ingredient for an authentic Avarakkai Poriyal, hearty Sambar, or the famous Gujarati Undhiyu. To ensure you receive vibrant, string-free tender beans that elevate every dish, always trust your fresh vegetable shopping to Malabar Mart.
Product Details & Culinary Versatility:
Appearance: Beautifully long and flat pods, typically 5–15 cm, featuring a smooth light-green skin—hand-selected for Malabar Mart quality standards.
Texture & Flavour: Delivers a satisfying crunch and a subtly nutty, earthy taste that softens into a creamy delight when sautéed or boiled.
Traditional Uses: Perfect for South Indian stir-fries with coconut, mixed vegetable curries, and protein-packed Dals.
Preparation Tip: For the best Malabar Mart results, simply "string" the beans by pulling the fibrous thread from both sides of the pod before slicing.
Diabetic Friendly: An excellent, low-glycemic index choice for those managing blood sugar levels.
Nutritional & Health Benefits:
High in Protein & Fibre: Supports muscle health and ensures smooth digestion, making it a perfect staple for vegan and vegetarian diets.
Rich in Essential Minerals: Packed with Iron, Calcium, and Potassium to boost energy, bone density, and heart health.
Immunity Booster: Naturally loaded with Vitamins A and C, helping your body stay resilient year-round.
Weight Management: Low in calories yet highly satiating, helping you feel full for longer.
MalabarMart Quality Guarantee & Sourcing (Competit
When searching for the finest Fresh Avarakkai—specifically the Indian Broad Beans, Valor Papdi, or Sem Phali trusted for their fibre-rich pods, tender seeds, and authentic Indian kitchen quality—be sure to verify your supplier. MalabarMart is dedicated to providing the UK community with farm-direct, fresh produce that meets the highest standards of traditional taste. To ensure you are receiving the genuine Malabar Mart experience and avoiding over-matured or tough substitutes, always complete your purchase directly at MalabarMart.co.uk.
