Dinner / Indian-inspired
Creamy Butter Bean Masala
Soft butter beans simmer in a spiced tomato sauce enriched with blended cashews. A creamy vegan main with garlic, ginger and garam masala.
By Vegetarian Recipes Kitchen · Updated
- Prep
- 10 minutes
- Cook
- 25 minutes
- Total
- 35 minutes
- Serves
- 4
Gather your ingredients
Everything you need.
Allergen notes
- Contains tree nuts, including any nut milk or nut butter listed.
Check product labels and any substitutions; packaged ingredients can introduce additional allergens.
Let's cook
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Simmer cashews in water for 10 minutes, then blend the nuts and water until smooth.
Meanwhile, cook onion in oil over medium heat for 7 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, garam masala and paprika for 1 minute.
Add tomatoes and salt and simmer for 8 minutes.
Stir in butter beans and cashew cream and simmer for 5 minutes until hot and creamy.
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A little kitchen know-how
- Blending the simmered cashews thoroughly gives the sauce its smooth texture.
Make it yours & keep it well
For a version without tree nuts, replace cashews and water with 200 ml oat cream.
Storage: Refrigerate for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
Estimated nutrition per serving
390 kcal
Approximate figures; brands, portions and substitutions change the result.
Good things to know
How should I store leftovers?
Refrigerate for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
Can I adapt this plant-based recipe?
For a version without tree nuts, replace cashews and water with 200 ml oat cream.
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