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Fresh Long Beans, also known as Yardlong Beans, Huralikayi and Karamani, are slender green pods with a mild, slightly grassy flavour and a firm bite. They are widely used in South Indian, South-East Asian and East African cooking for poriyal, stir-fries, curries and stews. Find them in our Everyday Vegetables collection or browse all fresh produce in Fresh Foods.
Cut the beans into pieces for Long Beans Poriyal with mustard seeds, curry leaves, dried chilli and grated coconut. Add them to sambar or coconut curry, stir-fry with garlic and soy sauce, toss into noodle dishes, or pair them with potatoes for Aloo Long Beans Sabzi.
Are long beans the same as French beans?
No. Long beans are a different type of bean with much longer pods and a somewhat firmer texture.
Do long beans need to be strung?
Young pods usually need only washing and trimming. Remove any tough side strings if present.
Can long beans be frozen?
Yes. Wash, trim and blanch the cut beans, cool completely and freeze in recipe-sized portions.
