This kidney beans curry is a delicious, hearty dish that is perfect for a winter meal. It is packed with flavor and has a bit of a kick to it, thanks to the addition of curry powder. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Kidney Beans Curry: A flavorful and healthy dish
When it comes to food, I love trying new things. I’ll admit, I was a bit hesitant to try kidney beans curry. But, I’m so glad I did! The curry flavor is so rich and the kidney beans are so hearty. It’s the perfect meal for a cold winter day. Plus, it’s packed with protein and fiber, so it’s healthy too!
Delicious kidney beans curry with easy variation!
When it comes to beans, there are so many different ways to cook them. One of our personal favorites is a kidney beans curry. This dish is not only delicious, but it’s also packed with nutrients and fiber. Plus, it’s a great way to use up any leftover beans you may have.
Here’s our recipe for kidney beans curry:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper. Cook, stirring, until the onion is soft and the spices are fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the beans and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste, honey, vinegar, salt, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the peas and cilantro and cook until the peas are heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Serve over rice or couscous.
What are kidney beans called in India?
Kidney beans are called rajma in India. Rajma is a popular dish in North India, and is often made with curry.
How many calories in kidney bean curry?
When it comes to kidney beans, it really depends on how they’re prepared. A cup of boiled kidney beans has about 225 calories, while a cup of kidney beans in curry has about 350 calories. So, if you’re looking to cut down on calories, boiling your kidney beans is the way to go.
Is rajma and red kidney beans same?
No, rajma and red kidney beans are not the same. Rajma is a small, red bean that is popular in Indian cuisine, while red kidney beans are a large, red bean that is popular in many different cuisines. While they may be used interchangeably in some dishes, they are not the same bean.
How do you cook canned kidney beans?
Canned kidney beans are a great way to get your daily dose of beans without all the hassle of cooking them from scratch. All you need to do is open the can, drain the beans, and then cook them in a pot of boiling water for about 10 minutes. You can then add them to your favorite recipe, or simply enjoy them as a side dish.
kidney beans curry
Course: Lunch4
servings20
minutes30
minutes310
kcalIngredients
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup onion
2 garlic cloves
1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
½ cup coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground paprika
2 tsp garam masala
½ cups of cubed sized potato and carrots
400g can chopped tomatoes
400g can kidney beans, in water
Salt
Pepper
Directions
- Finely chop onion, garlic, ginger and keep them in a plate. The corianders are better roughly chopped.
- Heat the oil. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and cook slowly in low medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to color.
- Add the garlic, ginger and coriander and cook until fragrant.
- Add the spices to the pan and cook for another 1 min. It’s better to say cook until everything smell aromatic than a specific time limit.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and kidney beans in their water, then bring to the boil.
- Turn down the heat and simmer for 15 mins until the curry is nice and thick.
- Season to taste, and serve!