Coconut Green Beans

This is a quick recipe that you can either saute lightly or allow to cook until the beans are completely tender.  It uses no curry powder, which makes it a great side dish for any dinner menu.

Ingredients:
1 lb Fresh Green Beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup grated unsweetened coconut
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon minced garlic or garlic paste
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup vegetable or chicken stock (or water)
salt to taste


1) Heat oil in pan on low heat.  Add coconut, cumin seeds, garlic and pepper flakes. Stir on low heat until garlic or coconut starts to brown.
2) Add beans and stock or water.
3) Cover and cook on low, stirring often, until beans are tender.