FIBER-RICH CURRY INSPIRED BEANS

I make this spicy dish as a quick after-school snack. The ingredients are super simple so you probably don’t have to buy anything from the grocery store to make it. This is a perfect lazy dish to get in some easy fiber and meet your protein goals.

This recipe is from my 5 GRANDMAS HEALTHY TEEN SERIES. 

Pros:

• Very quick and easy with ingredients that are probably already in your pantry

• Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor

• Enjoy on top of toasted sourdough bread for a serving of grains

• Food groups: protein (beans), grains (bread), veggies (onion)

FIBER-RICH CURRY INSPIRED BEANS

SERVINGS: 2-3
PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES
COOKING TIME: 15 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME: 20 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS

• ¼ teaspoon of chili powder

• ¼ teaspoon of paprika

• ½ teaspoon of cayenne 

• 1 teaspoon of curry paste 

• ½ cup of coconut milk

• ½ cup chicken broth + 1 tablespoon for beginning 

• ½ of a yellow onion (sliced)

• 3 garlic cloves (minced)

• 1 can of white beans/canelli beans  

• ½ teaspoon of salt 

• Juice of ½ lime

• ¼ teaspoon of red pepper

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil 

• A few slices of sourdough bread (toasted)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Start Bean Curry

   Heat a medium-large sized pan on medium heat and once hot add olive oil. Sauté garlic, onion, paprika, cayenne, chili powder, curry paste, red pepper, and 1 tablespoon of chicken broth. 

2. Add the Beans

   Once the onions are translucent and fragrant, add the beans to the pan and stir until they are all coated in seasoning. Add the remaining chicken broth, stir, then add the coconut milk (if using canned coconut milk, use the white fatty parts). 

3. Reduce

   Once the coconut milk is dissolved, add the salt and stir. Lower heat to low and let simmer for about 5 minutes until reduced. Finally add the lime juice and stir. 

4. Serve on Sourdough Toast and Enjoy!

   Top with sriracha for a spicy kick or cheese for a milder taste.