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Curried Kidney Beans & Basmati

 

Curried Kidney Beans & Basmati

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What’s not to like about rice and beans? It’s a healthy, complete meal and super-easy to make, especially with curried kidney beans instead of black beans. With the goodness of garlic, ginger, and turmeric powder, this recipe will become a family favorite in no time!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 2 cans organic kidney beans
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 1 large onion, (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, (peeled & chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, (peeled & chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 3 medium tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves, (chopped)
  • Basmati rice, (cooked)

Instructions 

  • Rinse beans under cold running water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  • Heat oil in pan over medium heat.
  • Add cumin seeds and let crackle for 30 seconds.
  • Add onions, ginger, and garlic, and cook until thin and translucent (about 2 minutes).
  • Add turmeric powder and cook for 1 additional minute.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for 3 additional minutes.  
  • Add garam masala, kidney beans, and enough water to cover beans.  
  • Bring curry to boil and let simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes.  
  • Remove from heat.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with cooked basmati rice.

Bon appétit!