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Butter Bean Curry

Creamy Butter Bean Curry for Quick, Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This Creamy Butter Bean Curry is a warm and comforting dish, ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for satisfying your cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 2 cups Butter Beans Canned, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh, grated
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 medium Fresh Tomatoes Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 cups Vegetable Stock Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked in hot water for 15 minutes
For the Spices
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala Essential spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust for spice preference

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Butter Bean Curry
  1. Soak the cashews in hot water for about 15 minutes. While the cashews soften, chop the onion, garlic, ginger, and fresh tomatoes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, around 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Once the onion is soft, stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the garam masala, turmeric, cumin, coriander, curry powder, and cinnamon to the skillet. Stir and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the fresh tomatoes and tomato paste, mixing well. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for about 12 minutes.
  7. Carefully transfer a few ladles of the curry sauce into a blender along with the soaked cashews. Blend until smooth.
  8. Return the blended cashew cream to the skillet, then fold in the drained butter beans. Cook on low heat for about 5 minutes.
  9. Season your Butter Bean Curry with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh coriander and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a unique spin, feel free to swap in your favorite beans or vegetables. Great served with rice or naan.

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