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Butter Bean Curry: A Creamy, Protein-Packed Vegan Dinner in Just 30 Minutes


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 people
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Our Butter Bean Curry is all about rich flavors and cozy vibes. This meal is packed with protein, satisfyingly creamy, and absolutely delicious.


Ingredients

  • 5 oz cashews
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 1 thumb-size ginger piece
  • 1-2 garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable stock
  • 14 oz butter beans
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Soak the cashews in hot water while preparing the remaining ingredients.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook the chopped onion for a few minutes.
  3. Add the ginger and garlic and stir in all of the spices.
  4. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for a couple of minutes.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste.
  6. Pour in the vegetable stock and simmer for 12 minutes.
  7. Drain the cashews and add them to a blender.
  8. Add the sauce to the blender and blend until smooth.
  9. Rinse and drain the butter beans.
  10. Return the sauce to the pot, add the butter beans, and stir to combine.
  11. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Notes

  • If using dry butter beans, soak them overnight before cooking.
  • You may need to adjust the quantity when substituting dried beans.
  • Add maple syrup or sugar if you prefer a slightly sweeter curry.
  • This curry pairs perfectly with rice or flatbread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian