Flat Beans (વાલોળ)

Valor is a flat, green pod with small edible seeds inside, widely used as a staple vegetable in Indian cuisine. It has a slightly bitter, earthy flavor and a firm, crisp texture when raw, which tenderizes beautifully when boiled or sautéed. The pods are typically strung and chopped before cooking. It absorbs spices well and is a key ingredient in traditional dishes like Gujarati Undhiyu, mixed vegetable curries, and spicy Telugu-style stir-fries (Chikkudukaya Fry).