🌱 Yardlong Pea Green, more commonly known as yardlong bean or Chinese long bean, is a fascinating legume prized for its slender, elongated pods that can grow up to 30 inches long—though most are harvested around 18 inches for best texture.
Scientific name: Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis
Common names: Yardlong bean, pea bean, snake bean, asparagus bean, bodi, bora
Color: Typically pale to dark green, though red and purple varieties exist
Stir-fried in Asian dishes like Thai curries, Chinese garlic beans, and Filipino pinakbet
Used in Indian cuisine as barbati ki sabji, often cooked with coconut and chana dal
Great for grilling, sautéing, or adding to soups and stews
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8.35 g |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Vitamin C | 35–49 mg |
| Calcium | 110 mg |
| Iron | 4.7 mg |
| Potassium | High |
Thrives in warm, humid climates like Kerala’s
Needs full sun and well-drained soil
Grows as a climbing vine, so support with poles or trellises is essential
