Kidney Bean Curry
Discover this authentic Indian Kidney Bean Curry recipe — a quick and easy dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with vegetable oil, onion, garlic and 8 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 3 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 25 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this indian classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
15
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 tbls Vegetable Oil
- 1 finely chopped Onion
- 2 cloves chopped Garlic
- 1 part Ginger
- 1 Packet Coriander
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Garam Masala
- 400 g Chopped Tomatoes
- 400 g Kidney Beans
- to serve Basmati Rice
Instructions
3 steps · ~33 minutes total
Step 1
Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a low-medium heat. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to colour. Add the garlic, ginger and coriander stalks and cook for a further 2 mins, until fragrant.
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 2
Add the spices to the pan and cook for another 1 min, by which point everything should smell aromatic. Tip in the chopped tomatoes and kidney beans in their water, then bring to the boil.
10 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Turn down the heat and simmer for 15 mins until the curry is nice and thick. Season to taste, then serve with the basmati rice and the coriander leaves.
15 minutesKeep the heat low — gentle bubbles, not a rolling boil.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Kidney Bean Curry is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine, originating in India. With a total preparation time of about 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 11 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For the best results, use dried red kidney beans that have been soaked overnight, or canned kidney beans for a quicker preparation.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
