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A bowl of black beans curry.

Black Beans Curry

Author: Veena Azmanov
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Calories: 115kcal
Adjust Servings Here: 8 servings

Description

A rich creamy black beans curry is a great way to add this popular health food to your diet. Whether you use precooked or canned beans these get done in less than 15 minutes. Cooked in a rich curry sauce made with Indian curry powder, tomatoes, and yogurt this will become your favorite in no time.

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups (344 g) Black beans Precooked or 2x 14 oz cans
  • 2 tablespoon Cooking oil
  • ½ cup Onions diced finely
  • 2 cup (2 cup) Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoon Curry powder
  • ½ tablespoon Hot cayenne or to taste
  • 2 inch Cinnamon stick
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • ¼ cup (4 tablespoon) Sour cream or yogurt
  • ½ cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 tsp Sweet paprika

Instructions

  • In a saute pan, over medium heat, add oil and saute the onions, cinnamon, and bay leaves until onions are translucent.
  • Add the ginger and garlic and saute for another minute. Then, add the chopped tomatoes and saute a minute more.
    Pro tip - it is important to always saute the veggies and spices well at each stage to get the maximum flavor.
  • Next, add curry powder, paprika, and cayenne - with ¼ cup water. Cook until the spices are fragrant.
    Pro tip - cook on low heat adding a few more tablespoons of water as necessary making sure you get a nice aroma from the spices.
  • Add the black beans, sour cream or yogurt, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper
  • Cover and cook for 10 minutes more until thick and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Recipe Notes

Notes: 

  • Storage - This recipe will stay refrigerated in the fridge for 4 to 5 days
  • Vegan - Use coconut cream instead of sour cream or yogurt
 
 

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