Creamy Coconut Butter Beans with Turmeric and Spices Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Butter Beans recipe that combines tender pre-cooked butter beans simmered with aromatic spices, coconut milk, and fresh lemon juice. This quick and easy stovetop dish is perfect for a comforting vegetarian meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian, inspired by West African and Caribbean flavors
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil (avocado or olive oil preferred)
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 13.4-ounce package or can pre-cooked butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 13.5-ounce can full fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional garnishes: red chili flakes, hemp seeds
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the oil, finely chopped red onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions have softened and started to turn golden, releasing their aroma.
- Add Butter Beans and Spices: Stir in the drained and rinsed butter beans, full fat coconut milk, lemon juice, turmeric, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer Until Creamy: Let the mixture simmer on medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency and the flavors meld together nicely.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy butter beans into serving dishes. Garnish optionally with red chili flakes or hemp seeds, then serve warm and enjoy your delicious meal!
Notes
- Use avocado or olive oil to add a healthy fat component and mild flavor.
- Rinsing canned butter beans helps reduce excess sodium.
- Simmer gently to avoid curdling the coconut milk.
- Optional garnishes like red chili flakes add heat, while hemp seeds give a nutty crunch and extra nutrients.
- This dish pairs well with rice, flatbreads, or steamed vegetables.
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