Borlotti Bean Curry

That’s right guys, you read correctly bortlotti bean curry, tasty, full of flavour and a little summin different to indulge in during the week or at the weekend.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (400g) borlotti beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 inch piece ginger, finely chopped
• 1 large vine tomato, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp onion granules
• 1 tsp tomato puree
• 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/2 tsp hot chilli powder
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 ground cumin
• 120ml water
• Salt
• Natural yogurt (optional)

Method:

1. On medium heat start by heating the beans and the bay leaves for a couple of minutes.
2. Then add the oil, garlic and ginger and cook for 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the tomato, all the seasonings including the salt and cook for a further 2 minutes.
4. Put in the puree and fry for a minute, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in the water and leave to simmer for 8-10 minutes and then serve.
   Optional: upon serving add a spoonful of natural yogurt for added creaminess and to balance the spiciness.

Best served hot with some rice and poppadoms 🙂

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