Easy Curried Heirloom Beans

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 5

A delicious and healthy vegetarian recipe packed with protein and flavor

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

190 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

These Easy Curried Heirloom Beans are a delicious and healthy addition to any meal. Made with scarlet runner beans, a type of heirloom bean prized for their vibrant color and nutty flavor, this dish is packed with protein, fiber, and warming spices. While simple to prepare, the beans do require soaking in advance and a long cooking time; however, the end result is a tender and flavorful dish that is perfect as a side or main entree. This recipe is also vegetarian and vegan-friendly, making it a great option for those following a plant-based diet.

Instructions

1.	Sort and rinse the beans in a colander
2.	Preheat your oven to 350°F
3.	In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat
4.	Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes
5.	Add the garlic and cook for another minute or until fragrant
6.	Stir in the curry powder and chili powder
7.	Add the beans, salt, and pepper and enough water to submerge the beans
8.	Bring the mixture to a simmer
9.	Cover the pot and transfer to the oven
10.	Cook for 2-3 hours or until the beans are tender, adding more water if necessary
11.	Enjoy warm as a side or main dish

PROS

High in protein and fiber, vegetarian and vegan-friendly, easy to make in large batches for meal prep

CONS

Requires soaking the beans in advance, long cooking time

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Heirloom beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, as well as essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and folate. The warming spices in this recipe also have anti-inflammatory properties and may aid in digestion.

	1/2 lb dried scarlet runner beans
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	1 medium white onion , diced
	2 large garlic cloves , minced
	1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon curry powder ( homemade is best )
	1/2 teaspoon chili powder
	salt , to taste
	pepper , to taste