White Bean Cauliflower Curry
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried white beans, soaked overnight (or 2 cans of white beans, drained and rinsed)
- ONE medium-sized cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 large tomatoes, chopped
- 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ONE teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Cooked basmati rice for serving
- Instructions:
- 1. Cook the White Beans:
- If using dried white beans, cook them according to package instructions until they are tender. If using canned beans, skip this step.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for an additional 2 minutes.
- 3. Add Spices:
- Stir in the curry powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper. Cook the spices for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4. Add Tomatoes:
- Add chopped tomatoes to the pot and cook until they break down and release their juices.
- 5. Add Cauliflower and Beans:
- Add cauliflower florets and cooked white beans to the pot. Stir well to coat them with the spice mixture.
- 6. Pour Coconut Milk:
- Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7. Simmer:
- Bring the curry to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender.
- 8. Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or cayenne according to your preference.
- 9. Serve:
- Serve the White Bean Cauliflower Curry over cooked basmati rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- 10. Enjoy:
- Enjoy this wholesome and delicious White Bean Cauliflower Curry that brings together the goodness of beans, cauliflower, and aromatic spices for a satisfying plant-based meal.
- Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Serves 4):
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Total Carbohydrates: 50g
- Dietary Fiber: 15g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Servings:
- This recipe makes approximately 4 servings.
