A rescue recipe for when there's nothing in the fridge, or when you fancy something cheap, delicious and filling.
Sweet Bean Curry Recipe
Ingredients
40-gram red kidney beans, soaked overnight
A knob of butter
½ small onion, sliced
½ small apple, cored and chopped
40-gram mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 ½ teaspoon unbleached flour
²/₃ cup bean stock or bean stock and water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon chutney
1 tablespoon golden raisins
1 tablespoon creamed coconut, grated or chopped
A fresh herb sprig and quarters of hard-boiled egg, to garnish
Method of preparation |
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| Drain the beans, place in a pan and cover with cold water. |
| Bring to boil and boil vigorously for 10-15 minutes, then lower the heat and boil for about 1 hour, until the beans are tender but still whole. Drain and set aside. |
| Melt the butter in a pan and cook the onion until it is very brown, stirring occasionally. |
| Add the apple and mushrooms and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| Add the curry powder and flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously. |
| Gradually add the bean stock or bean stock and water and stir until smooth. |
| Add the seasoning, lemon juice, chutney, raisins, and cooked beans and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| Just before serving, add the creamed coconut and stir until dissolved. |
| Serve hot, garnished with a fresh herb sprig and egg quarters. |
Absolutely love this recipe! It's great on its own, it's so cheap to make and fills you up! Will definitely be making again.
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