Green Beans

In Nepal, Green Beans (locally known as Ghiu Simi for flat/butter beans or Bodi for long beans) are a staple vegetable widely available in local markets. They are predominantly grown as a warm-season crop.

Green Beans is a nutrient-dense powerhouse.

The key benefits of Green Beans include:

  • Support Bone Strength: Excellent source of Vitamin K, which activates proteins needed for bone mineralization. Also provide calcium and magnesium to support bone density,
  • Support Heart Health: High levels of fiber, potassium, and folate help regulate blood pressure and lower bad cholesterol,
  • Support Immune: Rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A, green beans help strengthen the body’s natural defenses and protect cells from oxidative stress,
  • Support Blood Sugar Management: Their low glycemic index and high fiber content slow sugar absorption, preventing spikes in blood glucose,
  • Support Healthy Pregnancy: They are high in folate (B9), a critical nutrient that helps prevent neural tube defects and supports fetal development.

Where is it used?

Buff Fried Rice
Buff Thenthuk
Buff Thukpa
Chicken Thenthuk
Chicken Thukpa
Egg Thukpa
Vegetables Thenthuk
Vegetables Thukpa
Chicken Fried Rice
Egg Fried Rice
Egg Thukpa
Vegetables Curry
Vegetables Fried Rice
Vegetables Soup
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