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Creamy Butter Bean Curry That Will Warm Your Soul

This Creamy Vegan Butter Bean Curry is a quick, satisfying dish high in protein and flavor, perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 2 cups Butter Beans
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh, grated
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Fresh Tomatoes chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Cashews soaked
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder optional
For the Broth & Seasoning
  • 2 cups Vegetable Stock
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Non-Stick Pan
  • Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Vegan Butter Bean Curry
  1. Soak the cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes. Meanwhile, chop the onion, garlic, ginger, and fresh tomatoes.
  2. In a non-stick pan, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the pressed ginger and minced garlic to the pan, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the spices: garam masala, turmeric, cumin, coriander, curry powder, and a pinch of cinnamon. Stir well for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Mix in the chopped fresh tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
  6. Pour in the vegetable stock, stirring to combine, and allow to simmer, covered, for about 12 minutes.
  7. Blend the soaked cashews with a few ladles of the curry sauce until smooth.
  8. Rinse and drain the butter beans, then fold them into the pan with the blended cashew cream, cooking on low for about 5 minutes.
  9. Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with chopped coriander and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Soaking cashews is crucial for achieving a creamy texture. Monitor the dish's thickness and adjust with more stock or coconut milk as needed.

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