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Butter Bean Curry

Creamy Butter Bean Curry: Quick Comfort for Busy Nights

Experience the delightful flavors of this Creamy Butter Bean Curry, a quick and nutritious dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Indian, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Butter Beans or dried, soaked overnight
  • 1 medium Onion substitute with shallots for milder flavor
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh ginger is best
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh minced preferred
For the Sauce
  • 2 medium Fresh Tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or sundried tomato paste
  • 2 cups Vegetable Stock low-sodium options are healthier
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Cashews soaked in hot water
For Spice and Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Garam Masala or curry powder if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric or substitute with curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Curry Powder mild and flavorful mix
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon omit if sensitive to sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder optional for heat
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Non-Stick Pan
  • Blender
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat oil in a non-stick pan and sauté onions until translucent.
  3. Add minced ginger and garlic; cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the spices and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste; cook for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Pour in vegetable stock and simmer for 12 minutes.
  7. Blend the soaked cashews with some curry sauce until smooth.
  8. Stir cashew cream into the pan and add butter beans; cook for 5 minutes.
  9. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, flavors develop beautifully after a day. Store in fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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